{"product_id":"calico-bristlenose","title":"Calico Bristlenose","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCalico Bristlenose – (\u003cem\u003eAncistrus sp.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bold, algae-eating pleco with vibrant calico patterning and impressive bristle growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCalico Bristlenose \u003c\/strong\u003eis a highly sought-after variation of the classic bristlenose pleco, displaying a beautiful mix of orange, brown, and dark mottled patterning across its body and fins. At a larger size, males develop pronounced facial bristles, giving them extra character and presence in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for their excellent algae-grazing ability, bristlenose plecos are a practical and attractive addition to tropical community tanks. They appreciate driftwood for grazing, shaded hiding spots, and stable, well-oxygenated water. Hardy and adaptable, they’re ideal for aquarists wanting both function and visual appeal from their bottom-dwellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeed to Know:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to experienced aquarists and tropical community aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 litres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended School Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept singly or as a compatible pair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful; suitable with most community fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–15 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/a-ADh8U5W-s?si=GtxBkh2FCkPPhD1m\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll fish are usually shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier. We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care and have quick overnight delivery nationwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Requests:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any requests for gender\/colour etc we will do our best to accommodate them. Please note we can not always accommodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into separate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRural Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Your order will be shipped to your nearest NZ Couriers Depot or Collect\/Send Point and you will be phoned once it arrives. You can find your nearest depot\/point here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/nearestlocation\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nzcextras.co.nz\/\u003cwbr\u003enearestlocation\/\u003c\/wbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simply Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42746600521805,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/2180\/0269\/files\/IMG-1104.heic?v=1773003934","url":"https:\/\/simplyfish.store\/products\/calico-bristlenose","provider":"Simply Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}