Red Bristlenose Catfish – Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus "Red"

The Red Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus "Red") is a bright red-orange colored cultivated form of the popular bristlenose catfish. With its strong coloring, peaceful nature, and useful algae-eating function, it is a perfect addition to community aquariums and aquascapes.

This variant of the Ancistrus originally comes from South American wild forms and is just as robust and easy to care for. Ancistrus Red reliably keeps panes, roots, and stones clean and is completely peaceful towards other aquarium inhabitants.

🌿 Characteristics & Keeping:
🐠 Fish size: M (4–5 cm)
🌎 Origin: Cultivated form (derived from South American Ancistrus species)
🌡️ Temperature: 22–28 °C
💧 pH value: 6.0–7.8
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 20 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, calm, in pairs or individually
🌾 Aquarium: From 80 l, with roots, caves & plants

🍽️ Feeding:
The Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus "Red" is a plant and growth eater. It eats algae, but also readily accepts spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, blanched cucumber, zucchini or spinach, as well as fine frozen food. A balanced, plant-rich diet ensures brightly intense colors.

💡 Tip:
An aquarium with many roots, hiding places, and calm tank mates is ideal. The Red Bristlenose Pleco prefers slightly subdued light and shows its natural behavior particularly at dusk.

👉 Conclusion:
The Red Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus cf. cirrhosus "Red") is a peaceful, brightly colored algae eater and easy-to-care-for bottom dweller – perfect for colorful, natural aquariums.