Ancistrus sp. L144 (Blue Eye) 3cm
Ancistrus sp. L144 (Blue Eye) is a special and beloved Ancistrus variety, known for its golden yellow body and distinctive blue eyes. It is a peaceful bottom fish, an excellent algae “cleaner”, and adapts easily to many aquariums.
Peaceful, ideal for social aquariums
Active mainly at night or in low light
Does not bother other fish, is busy scraping algae and looking for food
May show slight territorial behavior towards other plecos, especially in a small space
Diet:
Primarily herbivorous with protein supplement
Algae wafers
Fresh or boiled vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach, sweet potato)
Frozen or live foods (artemia, bloodworms) occasionally
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Scientific name: Ancistrus sp. L144
Common name: L144 Blue Eye, Albino Blue Eye Bristlenose Pleco
Family: Loricariidae
Origin: Not found naturally in the wild — it is farmed, but comes from Ancistrus species of South America
Size: 10–12 cm (much smaller than classic plecos)
Lifespan: 5–8 years
Appearance characteristics:
Golden yellow or light cream color
Bright blue eyes
Males have characteristic “horns” (tentacles) on the head, females less or none
Aquarium conditions:
Aquarium size: From 80 liters for a pair
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.5–7.8
GH: 4–15°dGH
Substrate: Not very demanding, but prefers fine gravel or sand
Decoration: Roots (driftwood) are essential — they gnaw on it for digestion
Hiding places: Caves, pipes, or pieces of wood where they can hide
Water flow: Gentle to moderate, well-oxygenated water
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