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No, if they could they would die because they would not be in water.
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Yes, Plecos can jump out of your tank. Nearly any fish can. A glass top that sufficiently covers the the top should prevent this.
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Do you have to have a plecostomus in your fish tank?
no but they are popular for their appetite for algae. if you do get a plecostomus be warned that they grow to about 2 feet long
Can 2 plecostomus be in the same tank together?
I had two plecostomusses in the same tank and they did fine together.
Will goldfish and plecostomus live together?
yes, as long as you have as your tank is large enough for them both.
How to feed a plecostomus?
plecostomus what do you feed it
What eats plecostomus?
They eat algae wafers, algae in your tank, or left over food the other fish haven't eaten.
What is a tropical plecostomus?
A tropical Plecostomus is a type of catfish in the Plecostomus family, that lives in the tropical Americas (mostly South America).
What kind of fish will keep your tank clean?
There are a variety of fish that can keep a tank clean. The type of fish will depend on the type of aquarium setup. In a freshwater tank, different types of plecostomus are most common.
How long can Butterfly plecostomus get?
Mac size ranges from 12-15 cm. So a 30 gallon tank or larger should suffice.
How do you get Plecostomus big?
They will grow if they have a big enough tank and you are taking good care of them. The only thing really stopping there growth is the size of the fish tank. They can grow over 12 inches long.
Why does my plecostomus hide?
They are nocturnal, most active at night. When all the other fish sleep, they clean the tank of algae. They also do not like bright lights and hide from them.
How many gallons does a pleco need?
Some of the Plecostomus species get very large. If you have one of them then you will need a correspondingly large tank. I would say a minimum of a 30 gallon tank should be OK for the medium sized ones.
What is the scientific name of the fish plecostomus?
A Plecostomus is a Tropical Fish from South America. They are often called "Sucker Fish" because they are seen sucking on the glass. They feed mainly on algae and/or algae wafers when they are kept as pets.
