The hardy algae eater every planted tank should have.
Common Bristlenose
The hardy algae eater every planted tank should have.
Pairs well with this fish
Picked by our team to go with this.
About this fish
Bristlenose Pleco is a staple aquarium species known for its algae-eating ability and hardy nature.
Why you will love it
- Excellent algae control
- Hardy and adaptable
- Approx size: 10–12 cm
- Interesting bristled appearance
- Easy to keep
Care requirements
- Care level: Easy
- Adult size: 10–12 cm
- Temperature: 23 to 27 °C
- pH: 6.0 to 7.5
- Swimming level: Bottom
- Minimum group size: 1+
Feeding: Algae wafers, veg, driftwood.
Compatibility: Peaceful tankmate.
School of Scape quality: We select healthy fish and recommend acclimation and stable parameters for best results.
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.