{"product_id":"ancistrus-l519-ancistrus-sp-seltener-pleco","title":"Ancistrus L519 – Ancistrus sp. | Rare Pleco \u0026 Peaceful Algae Eater from South America","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eThe Ancistrus L519 (\u003cem data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eAncistrus sp. \"L519\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is an attractive and rare representative of the bristlenose catfish from the South American Amazon region. This species captivates with its high-contrast, dark pattern with light dots and its robust, peaceful nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"626\" data-end=\"642\"\u003eAncistrus L519\u003c\/em\u003e is an excellent algae eater and a valuable caretaker for any community aquarium. It gently grazes on growth, algae, and food remnants without damaging plants. With its interesting behavior and contrasting coloration, it is a real eye-catcher – even for experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"959\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Keeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e S (3–4 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Brazil) – Wild-caught or bred\u003cbr data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, solitary or in pairs\u003cbr data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 100 l, with roots, stones, plants \u0026amp; light current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1333\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eAncistrus L519\u003c\/em\u003e primarily feeds on plant matter and growth. Spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, blanched cucumber, zucchini, and spinach are ideal. Additionally, it will accept fine frozen food like cyclops or brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eA well-structured aquarium with hiding places, roots, and calm tank mates is ideal. Dark substrate and soft lighting particularly enhance its beautiful spotted pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eThe Ancistrus L519 (\u003cem data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eAncistrus sp. \"L519\"\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, rare pleco with a striking pattern and useful algae-eating function – perfect for naturalistic South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquariumAquaristik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562751877453,"sku":null,"price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/54455_e13347237978057a1af158c974fba924.jpg?v=1773958449","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/ancistrus-l519-ancistrus-sp-seltener-pleco","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}