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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.
Is a plecostomus a fish?
Yes.
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
What are the other uses of plecostomus?
Plecostomus are fun fish in an aquarium, they eat algae and grow over a foot long.
What are small fish cleaners called?
plecostomus (Pleco) Fish. Hope this helps! =)
Can plecostumus fish be harmful to your koi fish and sturgeons?
Koi are a cold water fish as are Sturgeon. Plecostomus are a tropical fish so they should not be kept together in the first place. Plecostomus are a large but peacefull algae eating fish and they are no real threat to any other fish.
Can a picasimus fish live by itself?
A Plecostomus can live by itself.
What kind of fish is compatible with kissing fish?
If you are refering to the Kissing gourami (Helostoma temmincki) they are peacefull fish that grow quite large so I would be keeping them with some of the larger Barbus and Danio species. I would also consider some of the mid size Cichlids, Plecostomus and Botias.
Scientific name of a janitor fish?
The scientific name of a janitor fish is Pterygoplichthys pardalis.
Do fish eat alage?
Do fish eat algae? Yes, some species, like plecostomus, do eat algae.
Is a plecostomus a live bearer?
No, a plecostomus is not a livebearer. Plecostomus, commonly known as "plecos," are freshwater fish that lay eggs. They are part of the catfish family and typically breed by laying their eggs in a safe location, where the male will guard and care for them until they hatch.
Does the plecostomus have gills?
Yes they need them to breath underwater like any other fish.
