Hypostomus plecostomus
Plecostomus, Common Plecostomus, Suckermouth Catfish
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
6–8
dGH
6–67 ppm
Size
26 cm
Tank
250 L
The Common Pleco is a popular aquarium fish due to its ability to help in cleaning algae from tanks. Despite its beneficial nature, it has become invasive in non-native habitats. They require ample space and tend to produce a significant amount of waste, necessitating powerful filtration systems.
Water parameters
Hardness
6–67 ppm
Temperature
22–28°C
pH
6–8
Tank & size
Fish size
26 cm
Tank length
100 cm
Tank volume
250 L
