There are currently around 70 species of bristlenose, (ancistrus sp.) the largest being about 12 inches and the smallest about an inch.bunjiweb said:Sir Minion, your bristlenose is a "Starlight Bristlenose" which are known to get up to about a foot long....right? Mine however is a standard Ancistrus. They do get up to about 5", so i dont know how much growing my guy has left in him.....
Ben
Most species max out at around six inches though.
Yes you're correct, Broccoli is a Starlight Bristlenose.
Here he is enjoying his dinner.