{"product_id":"green-longfin-bristlenose-ancistrus-cf-cirrhosus","title":"Green Longfin Bristlenose - Ancistrus cf cirrhosus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Longfin Bristlenose (Ancistrus cf cirrhosus)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose is an attractive freshwater catfish admired for its olive-green to brown colouration, distinctive facial bristles and elegant extended fins. Peaceful, hardy and useful as a natural grazer, it is well suited to mature community aquariums with plenty of wood, caves and established surfaces. Its long flowing fins make this variety especially decorative, while its manageable adult size makes it a practical alternative to many larger plecos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Longfin Bristlenose, Longfin Bristlenose Pleco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific \u003c\/strong\u003eName (Latin):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAncistrus cf cirrhosus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 12–15 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \/ Natural Habitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose is an ornamental aquarium form derived from Ancistrus-type bristlenose catfish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBristlenose catfish are associated with South American freshwater environments containing wood, rocks, submerged roots and flowing to moderately moving water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 22–27°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range: 6.5–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardness: Soft to Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmmonia\/Nitrite: 0 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNitrate: Kept low and stable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose is generally peaceful and mixes well with a broad range of calm community fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature males may become territorial towards one another around favourite caves or breeding sites, particularly in smaller aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnivore \/ Algae Grazer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose spends much of its time grazing algae, biofilm and organic material from hard aquarium surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffer a varied diet including algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, sinking catfish pellets and suitable vegetable foods such as courgette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOccasional protein-rich foods can also be provided, but plant-based foods should form an important part of the regular diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 100 litres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA larger aquarium is recommended where multiple adults will be kept, particularly if several males are present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose is primarily a bottom-dwelling fish that spends much of its time resting beneath wood, around caves and on hard surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt becomes especially active during quieter periods and may spend long periods grazing across driftwood, rockwork and aquarium glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide plenty of sheltered areas together with open substrate and established grazing surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCommunity Fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Green Longfin Bristlenose is well suited to peaceful freshwater community aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable tankmates include tetras, rasboras, rainbowfish, Corydoras, peaceful cichlids and other non-aggressive species with compatible water requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid highly aggressive bottom dwellers that may compete heavily for caves or territory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requirements or Care Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide natural driftwood together with caves and shaded areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood provides additional grazing surfaces and helps create a more natural environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause this is a longfin variety, avoid sharp rocks or rough decorations that could tear the extended fins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong biological filtration and good oxygenation are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable water chemistry and regular partial water changes are important for maintaining healthy fins and overall condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature males typically develop more pronounced facial bristles than females.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough this species can help graze algae, it should not be expected to survive solely on naturally occurring algae within the aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner to Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegularly available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aqua Group","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":46410082582701,"sku":"AG-103774","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46410082615469,"sku":"AG-103775","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46410082648237,"sku":"AG-103776","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/aquagroup.co.uk\/products\/green-longfin-bristlenose-ancistrus-cf-cirrhosus","provider":"Aqua Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}