The Rusty Red Bushy Nose Pleco features warm red coloration and a textured appearance that stands out in freshwater aquariums. As the fish matures, small bristles form around the nose, giving it a distinctive look against aquarium décor. Its steady, surface-oriented movement adds subtle activity to the lower areas of a community aquarium.
Bushy nose plecos regularly explore glass, décor, and substrate as they forage. Although they do not fluoresce, aquarists commonly choose them as companion fish for GloFish aquariums because of their calm temperament and visual contrast.
Key facts and helpful information:
- Feed them GloFish® Wafers that sink to their level
- Size at shipping about 2 inches.