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The Super Red Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp. “Super Red”), also known as the Bushynose or Bushymouth Pleco, is a peaceful freshwater fish native to the rivers of South America. Named after their distinctive moustache-like whiskers, the Bristlenose is undoubtedly hard to miss and extremely fun to watch. Our Super Red Bristlenose has a gorgeous bright orange body with red speckles that develop as the Pleco matures – ideal for adding color variation to your tank. Growing up to 6 inches in length with a long lifespan of up to 12 years, the Bristlenose Pleco is an excellent choice for family aquariums.
Who Is Suited To Bristlenose Plecos?
The Super Red Bristlenose is a low-maintenance freshwater fish with a stunning
appearance. Their hardy yet peaceful nature makes them popular with both beginner and experienced aquarists, bringing a vibrant pop of color to the tank.
What are they like?
Plecos are a wonderful addition to any community aquarium. Their laidback character is well suited to pairing with guppies and tetras, and they will often ignore fellow tankmates throughout the day. Male Plecos are known to be somewhat territorial towards each other, so it’s best to keep only one or provide ample hiding spots to reduce stress.
The ideal conditions for the Super Red Bristlenose Pleco
Bristlenose Plecos are happiest in highly oxygenated aquariums with ample vegetation, fast-growing plants and moderate water movement. As algae and biofilm eaters, Plecos will benefit significantly from natural woods and organic structures in their tank, as well as rocks and driftwood pieces to provide cozy hiding places when required.
What we feed Plecos
We feed our Plecos a mix of Northfin Veggie and Community foods. Their main food is Northfin Kelp Wafers and unsalted green beans.
Our Tank Parameters
Little guys arrived packaged well. Very healthy and active. I've had them almost two weeks and they are doing great!
Perfect little guy! Very bright color and he did well during shipping and acclimation.
It was very pretty, unfortunately a few days after arriving the bristlenose didn't make it. It is quite sad, the rednose was the main reason I ordered. The 12 blue dreams,endlers, and and 4 orange corys are all doing well.
Beautiful and arrived safely
Nice healthy fish
Arrived in good shape, healthy.
My pleco arrived and was very tiny, but definitely alive and active. She has already grown some and settled in well.
Fast and Great service
Happy little fish!
He is doing great in my tank. Unfortunately I don't have a picture of him because every time I've seen him I haven't had my phone to take one lol.
This was my first time purchasing fish online and the transaction was a great experience I got my fish on time in a safely packaged heated box. Down fall is buying small fish they were not even 1/2 inch you have to grow them out into a separate tank so it’s a waiting game to see what you bought to put them in your show tank .
I'm very happy with my pleco. I want to purchase another one.
Great experience
All my pleasure os arrived vigorous and healthy, and began to and began to explore the 75 gallon aquarium the next day
Super red bristlenose plecos arrived in great shape and straight away were very active. Highly recommend
Arrived healthy and active, looking forward to watching them grow.
They are so cute growing nicely. I am looking in my tank and they are both right there on the glass looking at me. lol I have a fake fish on a string in there floating they are cleaning it.
They are awesome!!! Color is fantastic and they arrived in perfect health….Great job guys….And THANK YOU!!!
Great algae eaters
What a great addition to my tank
Excellent! Fish arrived healthy and doing great!!!
The Super Red Pleco's are amazing! Deep red coloration that gets even better with algae wafers with spirulina. They grow quickly, and are entertaining to watch as they clean everything in the aquarium. They are the most colorful fish in our aquarium.
Packaged good. All came alive and well. Was really glad to find them and b sale to get them. Will order from here again
This fish is a charming delight and plays well with others. He set right to work as soon as I introduced him to the aquarium and the community. His bright red color is a great addition to my tank as he looks so beautiful with the green plants in the background.
Absolutely love this fish, and the service from Flip Aquatics. Pleco arrived healthy and is living the good life in its new home. Love everything about the transaction. Thanks Flip Aquatics.
All the fish arrived healthy and happy, they transferred well to the tank. I also appreciated the simple acclimation instructions. Overall very happy with my order, will definitely order more when I get another tank set up.
Super Red Bristlenose Pleco.... received healthy..twice the size in 2 weeks..
Super Red Bristlenose Pleco
Super Red Bristlenose Pleco
This is the 2nd one we’ve bought from Flip Aquatics. We are very pleased with them. They arrived and are in great condition… And they are soooo cute!
