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LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)

LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)

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LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose - (Ancistrus sp.)
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🐟 LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose – (Ancistrus sp.) – South American Pleco for Sale

The LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose (Ancistrus sp.) is a hardy and peaceful freshwater pleco known for its distinctive bristle-like appendages on the face, especially in males. Native to the waterways near Manaus, Brazil, this pleco is an efficient algae grazer and a popular choice for community and planted aquariums.


🔎 Quick Facts – LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose

  • 📛 Common Name: Manaus Bristlenose
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Ancistrus sp.
  • 🌍 Origin: South America (Brazil – Manaus region)
  • 🎨 Appearance: Brown to dark mottled body with lighter speckling; males develop facial bristles
  • 📏 Max Size: 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
  • 💎 Availability: South American pleco for sale

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • 🤝 Peaceful, compatible with most community fish
  • 🌿 Excellent algae and biofilm eater
  • 🪶 Active mainly at night but may forage during the day

🏠 Tank Requirements – Manaus Bristlenose Care

  • 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 20+ gallons
  • 🪵 Provide driftwood (for grazing and hiding), caves, and smooth rocks
  • 🪨 Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate preferred
  • 🌊 Gentle to moderate water flow
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

  • 🌡️ Temperature: 72–80°F (22–27°C)
  • ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

🍽️ Diet (Primarily Herbivorous)

  • 🌿 Algae wafers, biofilm, and blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach)
  • 🍤 Occasional protein: bloodworms, brine shrimp

🔍 Sexing

  • 👨 Males: Prominent facial bristles, slimmer body shape
  • 👩 Females: Fewer or no bristles, rounder body when mature

📋 Overview Table – LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose Care

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America (Manaus, Brazil)
📏 Max Size 4–5 inches (10–12 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, community-friendly
🏠 Tank Size 20+ gallons
⚗️ pH Range 6.5–7.5
🌡️ Temp 72–80°F (22–27°C)
🍽️ Diet Algae, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Planted tanks, peaceful community aquariums

✨ Highlight:
The LDA093 Manaus Bristlenose is a low-maintenance, algae-eating pleco that’s perfect for aquarists seeking both beauty and utility in their freshwater aquarium.

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