{"product_id":"l183-starlight-pleco-ancistrus-dolichopterus","title":"L183 Starlight Pleco (Ancistrus dolichopterus) 1.5cm","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL183 Starlight Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAncistrus dolichopterus\u003c\/em\u003e), also called \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Seam Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eStarlight Bristlenose Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a stunning and sought-after species in the aquarium hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"appearance\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jet black with tiny white spots resembling stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright white edging on dorsal and caudal fins (the “white seam”).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 4–5 inches (10–13 cm), making it smaller than many other plecos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexual Dimorphism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Males develop prominent bristles on their snouts; females have fewer or smaller ones. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"originhabitat\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Habitat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative to \u003cstrong\u003eBrazil’s Rio Negro\u003c\/strong\u003e and other tannin-rich waters of the Amazon Basin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers warm, acidic, slow-moving waters with driftwood and hiding spots. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"tankrequirements\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 gallons for an adult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76–82°F (24–28°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.0 (slightly acidic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft water (GH 2–10).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong filtration with good oxygenation; gentle flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDécor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide driftwood, caves, and shaded areas for hiding. Soft sand or smooth gravel substrate recommended. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"diet\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimarily \u003cstrong\u003eherbivorous\u003c\/strong\u003e: algae wafers, spirulina, blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplement with occasional protein (bloodworms, brine shrimp).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriftwood is essential\u003c\/strong\u003e for grazing and digestion. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"behaviorcompatibility\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeaceful and shy; nocturnal by nature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be territorial with other bottom dwellers if space is limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest tank mates: small, peaceful fish like tetras, rasboras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids. Avoid aggressive or very large species. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"breeding\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCave spawners\u003c\/strong\u003e: males guard eggs until hatching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEggs hatch in about 5–7 days; fry feed on biofilm and algae initially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, slightly acidic water and stable conditions encourage breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"quickfacts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifespan: 5–7 years (up to 14 years reported with excellent care).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Names: Starlight Pleco, White Seam Pleco, Starlight Bushymouth Catfish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRole: Excellent algae eater and adds striking beauty to aquariums. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sunbeam Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52661079408958,"sku":"13247291008958","price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/5104\/3390\/files\/L183.jpg?v=1783886392","url":"https:\/\/yourlocalfishstore.com\/products\/l183-starlight-pleco-ancistrus-dolichopterus","provider":"Your Local Fish Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}