{"product_id":"green-dragon","title":"Green Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Pleco – Tank-Bred in Texas | Peaceful Bottom Cleaner, 1.25–2.0 in Juveniles","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eGreen Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Plecos are a peaceful, hardy, and unique pleco variety known for their greenish-brown body color, lighter spotted pattern, and long flowing fins. They are especially useful for helping keep aquarium glass, driftwood, rocks, and decorations cleaner by constantly grazing on soft algae and biofilm. Their dragon-like pattern, longfin shape, and cleaning behavior make them a great choice for planted tanks, community aquariums, and pleco breeding setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eThese fish are \u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"638\"\u003etank-bred in Texas\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them a stronger and better-acclimated option compared with many imported plecos. They are small, peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish that spend their time grazing on aquarium glass, exploring driftwood, and resting under caves, plants, or shaded areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eThe fish currently available are juveniles around \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e1.25–2.0 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. Adult Green Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Plecos typically reach about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e4–5 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e when fully grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Pleco, Green Dragon BN Pleco, Longfin Bristlenose Pleco\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commonly sold as \u003cem data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eAncistrus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. “Green Dragon Longfin”\u003cbr data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 4–5 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eCurrent Sale Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.25–2.0 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1451\"\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom-dweller\u003cbr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore with strong vegetable\/algae-grazing needs\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Often 5+ years with good care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eRecommended Tank Setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eGreen Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Plecos do best in a mature aquarium with clean, stable water, driftwood, hiding places, and smooth surfaces to graze on. They are peaceful and usually do well in community tanks, but adult males may become territorial toward other male plecos, especially around caves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons recommended for one adult\u003cbr data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be kept singly, as pairs, or in breeding groups with enough space and caves\u003cbr data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°F\u003cbr data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.8\u003cbr data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sand or smooth gravel preferred\u003cbr data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eTankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, guppies, endlers, corydoras, snails, shrimp, and other calm community fish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eDriftwood is strongly recommended because Bristlenose Plecos naturally graze on wood and biofilm. Provide caves, plants, or shaded areas so they feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eBecause this is a longfin variety, avoid aggressive or fin-nipping tankmates such as many barbs, large cichlids, or fish that may damage their fins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2627\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003eBristlenose Plecos are excellent algae grazers, especially for soft algae on aquarium glass, but they should still be fed directly. They enjoy a varied diet of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003eAlgae wafers, sinking vegetable pellets, blanched zucchini, cucumber, green beans, spinach, Repashy, driftwood biofilm, occasional frozen bloodworms, and high-quality sinking foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003eThey will graze on algae, biofilm, and leftover food, but they still need regular feeding to stay healthy. A vegetable-based diet is important for good growth, color, fin quality, and digestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003eWhy Choose These Plecos?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003eThese Green Dragon Longfin Bristlenose Plecos are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3589\"\u003eTank-bred in Texas\u003cbr data-start=\"3270\" data-end=\"3273\"\u003ePeaceful and community-friendly\u003cbr data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3307\"\u003eGreat for planted tanks\u003cbr data-start=\"3330\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003eUnique green dragon pattern\u003cbr data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003eLongfin form with flowing fins\u003cbr data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eExcellent algae grazers for aquarium glass\u003cbr data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003eHelpful for cleaning biofilm from wood, rocks, and decorations\u003cbr data-start=\"3503\" data-end=\"3506\"\u003eSmaller than common plecos\u003cbr data-start=\"3532\" data-end=\"3535\"\u003eRaised locally and acclimated to aquarium conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3591\" data-end=\"3610\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3612\" data-end=\"3887\"\u003eBristlenose Plecos are much smaller than common plecos, making them a better choice for most home aquariums. They are excellent algae grazers, but they are not a replacement for regular tank maintenance. They still need clean water, proper food, driftwood, and hiding spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3889\" data-end=\"3969\"\u003eBecause this is a longfin variety, avoid fin-nipping fish and sharp decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3971\" data-end=\"4063\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eLive arrival guarantee. Please acclimate slowly and place them into a fully cycled aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"River Roots Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48704061440256,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/8799\/9744\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay10_2026_03_05_32PM.png?v=1778443916","url":"https:\/\/riverrootsaquatic.com\/products\/green-dragon","provider":"River Roots Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}