{"product_id":"lemon-blue-eye-bushynose-pleco-ancistrus-sp","title":"Lemon Blue Eye Bushynose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAdd a vibrant pop of color and a dedicated cleaning crew member to your aquarium with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"90\"\u003eLemon Blue Eye Bushynose Pleco\u003c\/b\u003e. This stunning color morph of the hardy \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"161\"\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/i\u003e family is highly sought after for its brilliant, solid yellow-gold body and captivating, deep blue eyes. Unlike common plecos that outgrow most home tanks, the Lemon Blue Eye stays a manageable size, making it the perfect centerpiece scavenger for hobbyists of all levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eQuick Care Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e South America (Amazon River Basin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy\/Beginner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 4–5 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 5–12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 20–30 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eDetailed Care \u0026amp; Habitat\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnvironment \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e To keep your Lemon Blue Eye Pleco thriving, provide a habitat that mimics the flowing waters of South America. They require plenty of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"165\"\u003ehiding spots\u003c\/b\u003e using driftwood, rock caves, or PVC pipes. Driftwood is particularly essential, as they graze on it to aid their digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 72°F to 80°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5 – 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater Flow:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Diet\u003c\/b\u003e While they are world-class \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003ealgae eaters\u003c\/b\u003e, these plecos should not rely on tank algae alone. They are omnivorous with a preference for plant-based foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePrimary:\u003c\/b\u003e High-quality sinking algae wafers and spirulina pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFresh Treats:\u003c\/b\u003e Blanched zucchini, cucumber, canned green beans, and spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProtein:\u003c\/b\u003e Occasional frozen bloodworms or brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/b\u003e The Lemon Blue Eye Bushynose is incredibly peaceful and thrives in a community setting. They ignore most mid-water and surface-dwelling fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIdeal Mates:\u003c\/b\u003e Tetras, Rasboras, Guppies, Corydoras, and Dwarf Cichlids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCaution:\u003c\/b\u003e They are generally safe with shrimp, though they may accidentally knock over smaller snails while grazing. Avoid large, aggressive tank mates that might outcompete them for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/b\u003e One of the most rewarding aspects of this species is how easily they breed in captivity. Males develop the signature fleshy \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003etentacles (bristles)\u003c\/b\u003e on their snout, while females have few to none.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003eProvide a \"breeding cave\" just slightly larger than the male.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003eThe male will guard the eggs and fan them with his fins until they hatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003eRaising fry is relatively simple with crushed algae flakes and specialized fry food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eWhy Choose the Lemon Blue Eye Pleco?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExceptional Algae Control:\u003c\/b\u003e Constantly grazes on glass and decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStays Small:\u003c\/b\u003e Won't outgrow a standard 29-gallon aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVibrant Aesthetics:\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Lemon\" yellow provides a beautiful contrast against green plants and dark substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlant Safe:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike other pleco species, they rarely damage healthy live plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLEASE READ BEFORE ORDERING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photos shown on fish product pages are representations of adult fish and are NOT the actual fish that you will be receiving.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease visit our “Ordering\/Shipping fish” page prior to checking out to familiarize yourself with our process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e⁃\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe ship fish exclusively using overnight shipping with either FedEx or UPS. We will not ship fish with lesser expensive shipping services like “Ground” or “Priority Mail”. This is to ensure the safety of the fish.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KGTropicals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41102269841472,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1478\/2240\/files\/InstagramPost-37.png?v=1778178572","url":"https:\/\/keepfishkeeping.com\/products\/lemon-blue-eye-bushynose-pleco-ancistrus-sp","provider":"KGTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}