A bristlenose with a fine honeycomb pattern, a true showpiece.
L519 Honeycomb Bristlenose
A bristlenose with a fine honeycomb pattern, a true showpiece.
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About this fish
Description
The L519 Honeycomb Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp. L519) is a stunning and highly sought-after freshwater catfish known for its distinctive honeycomb pattern of golden-yellow spots on a dark background. This peaceful bottom-dweller is an excellent addition to well-maintained planted aquariums.
These plecos are relatively small compared to common plecos, typically reaching 10-12cm, making them suitable for medium-sized aquariums. They are primarily nocturnal and appreciate plenty of hiding spots such as caves, driftwood, and rock formations. They're also excellent algae eaters and will help keep your aquarium clean.
Care
Tank Requirements:
- Minimum tank size: 100-150 litres
- Temperature: 26-30°C
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- Water hardness: Soft to moderately hard
- Strong filtration and good water flow recommended
Diet: Omnivorous with a preference for protein and vegetable matter. Feed high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), and supplement with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Compatibility: Peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish including tetras, rasboras, and peaceful cichlids. Avoid housing with large, aggressive species.
Care Level: Moderate - requires stable water parameters, regular maintenance, and driftwood for grazing.
Shipping
Live fish are carefully packaged with oxygen and insulation to ensure safe arrival.
Local Delivery Only: Available for Perth metro area with same-day or next-day delivery options. Please ensure someone is available to receive the delivery.
In-Store Pickup: Available at our store during business hours.
All livestock comes with our arrival guarantee - please contact us within 2 hours of delivery if there are any issues.
How your fish arrive
Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Live arrival
8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.
Delivery and returns
Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.