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Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus)
The most practical cleaner fish: it grazes algae without becoming giant (unlike the plecostomus). Size 10–13 cm, life expectancy 8–12 years, energy Calm. Expect CHF 5 – 15 to buy and Variable upkeep.
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Size
10–13 cm
Energy
Calm
Life expectancy
8–12 years
Estimated budget
Variable
Indicative price
CHF 5 – 15
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Temperament
The most practical cleaner fish: it grazes algae without becoming giant (unlike the plecostomus).
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Daily needs
Aquarium with hides and a piece of bogwood (which it rasps), clean water.
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Health & care
Robust. Appreciates a root to gnaw.
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Ideal for
Anti-algae for all tanks.
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