Common NamePlecostomus
Other Common NamesHypostomus, Sucker-Mouth Catfish
Scientific NameHypostomus plecostomus FamilyLoricariidae
CommunityGeneral
ClassAlgae Eater
Temperature78 ºF
Swimming RangeBottom
Adult Length18-24 inches
Feeding HabitsPrefers fresh spinach, zucchini, peas, lettuce and driftwood. Will accept algae wafers and tablets.
CompatibilityPeaceful with other fish, but intolerant of their own kind.
Habitat Southern Brazil: Decorate heavily with live plants, driftwood and rocks.
BreedingDifference between male and female unknown. Breeding not successful in the aquarium.
Additional CommentsStrong current required to provide high levels of dissolved oxygen. Driftwood is essential to provide roughage in their diet.