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L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco - (Ancistrus dolichopterus)

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L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco - (Ancistrus dolichopterus)
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🐟 L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus dolichopterus)

The L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco is celebrated for its beautiful star-like spots on a dark body and long, elegant fins. Native to South America, this peaceful pleco is popular among aquarists for its distinctive appearance and manageable size.


🔍 Quick Facts

🧬 Scientific Name: Ancistrus dolichopterus
đŸ·ïž Common Name: L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco
🌍 Origin: South America
📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–13 cm)
đŸ§Ș Lifespan: 6–8 years


đŸ•Šïž Behavior & Temperament

  • đŸ’€ Peaceful and nocturnal
  • đŸȘ” Prefers caves, driftwood, and dense vegetation for shelter
  • đŸ€ Compatible with community tanks

🏡 Tank Requirements

🛁 Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons
💹 Moderate water flow with good filtration
đŸŒĄïž Temperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)
⚗ pH: 6.5–7.5
💧 Soft to moderately hard water


đŸœïž Diet

đŸ„Ź Omnivorous — algae wafers, fresh vegetables, and occasional protein treats


📊 Overview Table

đŸ·ïž Feature 📋 Details
🧬 Scientific Name Ancistrus dolichopterus
🐟 Common Name L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco
🌍 Origin South America
📏 Max Size 4–5 in (10–13 cm)
đŸ•Šïž Temperament Peaceful
🛁 Tank Size 20+ gallons
⚗ pH Range 6.5–7.5
đŸŒĄïž Temperature 72–79°F (22–26°C)
đŸœïž Diet Omnivorous
🩮 Dorsal Rays 1 hard and 9 soft dorsal rays

📝 Snippet

The L183 Starlight Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus dolichopterus) is a peaceful pleco with striking star-like spots and elegant fins, distinguished from other starlight and peppermint plecos by having one hard and nine soft dorsal rays. It’s a great addition to community aquariums with moderate flow and plenty of hiding places.

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