Scientific Name: Hypostomus plecostomus

Common Name: Common Pleco

Max Size: 20"

pH: 5.0-7.5

Hardness: Moderate

Temperature: 70-80°

Aggressiveness: Peaceful

Region of Origin: South America

Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred

Diet: Algae wafers, vegetables, occasional frozen foods

Compatibility: Large plecos, catfish, large South American cichlids, large tetras

Remarks: Common Plecos quickly outgrow most aquaria and care should be taken to only house them in appropriately sized tanks. They are known to quickly invade local waterways and should not be released into ponds or streams.

Tank Mate Options:

• Red Spotted Severum
• Electric Blue Texas Cichlid
• Nicaraguan Cichlid

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