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Plecostomus For Sale

Plecostomus, or plecos, are well known algae eaters that originated in the rivers of the Amazon jungle in South America. Plecos attach themselves to hard surfaces with specially adapted mouthparts. They are scavengers and will eat almost anything! Great for beginner hobbyists in a community tank. Plecos spend most of their time on the bottom or sides of the aquarium and are most active at night.

Keep in mind they will uproot and/or eat live plants so they may not be the best bet to pair with. They can also be very territorial towards other plecos, so depending on the size of your aquarium, in most cases one pleco is plenty for your tank. Stable water quality, water temperature, and pH levels are critical to the health of your aquatic life. If you are unsure of your water quality or pH levels, Petco provides free water testing!

Petco has everything you need to provide a comfortable aquarium for your plecostomus. Shop online or stop by your neighborhood Petco Pet Care Center for plecostomus for sale. Availability will vary by location, contact your neighborhood store to confirm availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

A well balanced diet, for a plecostomus, consists of algae wafers supplemented with zucchini or cucumbers once or twice a week. The raw vegetables should be anchored near the bottom of the aquarium, an algae clip is a good choice to achieve this!

Up to 12+ inches depending on the species.

Plecostomus are primarily nocturnal and best to feed prior to turning off the lights for the evening.

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