{"product_id":"ancistrus-bristlenose-catfish","title":"Rubbernose Plec","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"504\"\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"41\"\u003eRubbernose Pleco (Chaetostoma sp.)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eAdd a hardworking, uniquely textured bottom dweller to your aquarium with the fascinating Rubbernose Pleco. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChaetostoma sp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Known for its distinctive rubbery-looking snout and strong grazing behaviour, this small mountain-stream pleco is a favourite for cooler, high-flow aquariums. Peaceful, practical, and full of personality, it’s an excellent choice for aquarists wanting a natural algae grazer that thrives in well-oxygenated setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eUnlike many tropical plecos, Rubbernose Plecos prefer fast-flowing, oxygen-rich water and spend much of their time attached to glass, rocks, and driftwood as they graze on biofilm and algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"733\"\u003eWhy Choose Rubbernose Pleco?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e🎨 Unique “rubber nose” appearance with textured snout\u003cbr data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"793\"\u003e🪨 Excellent algae grazer for glass, rocks, and décor surfaces\u003cbr data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e🐠 Peaceful, hardy bottom-dwelling species\u003cbr data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e🌿 Ideal for river-style, high-flow aquariums\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e⭐ Helps maintain natural aquarium cleanliness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eIn a well-maintained aquarium, Rubbernose Plecos remain active on surfaces throughout the day, constantly grazing and moving with deliberate, steady motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e🧬 Scientific Name: Chaetostoma sp.\u003cbr data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e📛 Common Name: Rubbernose Pleco\u003cbr data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e🏠 Tank Size: 80L+ (larger for strong flow setups)\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e📏 Adult Size: ~10–12 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e🌡️ Temperature: 20–25°C\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e⚗️ pH Range: 6.5–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e🧘 Temperament: Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e🍽️ Diet: Algae, biofilm, sinking algae wafers, vegetables (courgette, spinach)\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e👥 Group Size: Solitary or small groups with space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eRubbernose Plecos thrive in cooler, oxygen-rich water with strong filtration, smooth rocks, and natural grazing surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003ePerfect for peaceful community aquariums with tetras, rasboras, livebearers, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid overly aggressive or warm-water-only tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eThis species requires high oxygen levels and good water movement to thrive. While they help control algae, they still need supplemental feeding with wafers and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eA great choice for UK aquarists looking for a natural, functional algae grazer suited to cooler, fast-flowing aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Snuffle and Swim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43490863022256,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0602\/4983\/3648\/files\/rubbernoseplecMedium.jpg?v=1771431419","url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/ancistrus-bristlenose-catfish","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}