Native to the Xingu river in Brazil, the Mango Pleco (L047) is a vibrantly colored but somewhat rare Pleco that can be a good addition to community tanks. This is an eye-catching species with lime green bodies and yellow stripes along the edges of their fins. All known specimens available are wild caught which means …
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Flash Pleco, also known as the Emperor Pleco, is a popular and eye-catching Pleco variety. Dark coloration with white or yellow stripes along their bodies, this fish can add a splash of distinctive patterns to your aquarium. Because of their dark colors they are best kept in tanks with lighter substrates which provide more contrast. …
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Common Name Leopard Cactus Pleco, Demini Leopard Cactus Pleco Scientific Name Pseudacanthicus cf. Leopardus (L114) Origin Rio Demini Water Parameters 5.5 pH to 6.5 pH Temperature 80F – 90F Adult Size up to 14 inches Diet Carnivorous Leopard Cactus Plecos are patterned fish that have black spots with an orangish-brown coloration to the rest of …
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The Peppermint Pleco is a smaller type of pleco, making them a good choice for smaller aquariums. Their dark to black bodies are covered in bright white spots, providing your tank a burst of color and texture. Native to the Xingu river in Brazil, this species is an omnivore, but mainly consumes algae. The best …
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Similar to most plecos, the Blue Phantom Pleco is an armored fish that belongs to both the catfish family and the pleco family. One of the main things that set the Blue Phantom Pleco apart from other pleco types is its unique blue coloring with white dots throughout its body. Originating in Venezuela, the Blue …
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The Blue Eyed Pleco is a rare and expensive type of pleco that can be an eye-catching addition to your aquarium. Native to the Magdalena Valley in Columbia, this species was once more common in aquariums. Political instability has made accessing this fish extremely difficult. Some can still be found and bought by hobbyists but …
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The Common Pleco is a popular Pleco type that can be found in many aquarium fish stores. The common pleco is such a popular choice for several reasons, one being that they are rather hardy fish. They’re also relatively easy to care for and their behaviors and personalities make for a source of entertainment. There …
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The Zebra Pleco (Hypancistrus zebra) is a type of Pleco whose natural habitat is the Rio Xingu in Brazil, one of the largest clearwater basins in the Amazon. Because of construction of dams in their natural habitat, the fish is classified as endangered in the wild. Common names include Zebra Plecostomus, Imperial Pleco, and they …
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A stunning and unusual species, the Vampire Pleco features a dark to black body with white or yellowish spots. Native to fast-moving freshwater rivers in Brazil, this Pleco prefers an environment with strong currents, plus plenty of rocks and driftwood for hiding places. This fish is mostly nocturnal so you won’t see much activity during …
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A striking addition for larger aquariums, the Royal Pleco is a pleco species native to South America. Royal Plecos feature eye-catching striped patterns and tough skin plates instead of scales. One of the few species with an ability to digest wood, this fish needs to be provided with lots of driftwood with other foods such …
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