Bristlenose Pleco (Brown Calico)

Brown Calico Bristlenose Plecos – Juveniles (1”– 3” Inches, Assorted Genders)

Add a splash of charm and utility to your aquarium with our Juvenile Calico Bristlenose Plecos! These young plecos range from 1 to 3 inches and display striking calico patterns with varying shades —each one is truly unique.

Bristlenose Plecos are one of the most popular algae eaters in the hobby thanks to their manageable size, peaceful temperament, and ability to thrive in a wide range of community tanks.

What You’ll Get: 

• Assorted juvenile Bristlenose Plecos (1”–2.5”)
• Mixed genders, not sexed
• Brown calico coloration – each fish features marbled spotting and variation for visual appeal

 🧬 Why Source from Aqua Xen Aquatics: 

• Bred and raised on-site — no imports or transshipment stress
• Conditioned on a high-quality, algae-rich diet
• Shipped with care and backed by our Live Arrival Guarantee (with unboxing video)

 Care Notes:

• Temperature: 72–82°F
• pH: 6.5–7.8
• Diet: Algae wafers, blanched veggies (zucchini, spinach), sinking pellets
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons

📦 Each pleco is carefully packed for safe arrival and stress-free acclimation. These juveniles will grow into beautiful adult Bristlenose Plecos with unique color patterns—no two are exactly alike!