Yeah.
The Pleco is of the Loricariidae family. The Chinese Algae Eater is of the Gyrinocheilidae family.
6 inches
It depends on what you are calling an "algae eater." A pleco is considered a scaleless fish. A Siamese or Chinese algae eater does have scales.
Yes, I have an Albino Corydoras catfish and he love to feast on the algae. Although they eat the algae, you may also want to buy them algae wafers or shrimp pellets just to make sure they are well fed!
Because when a Algae Eater becomes fully grown it likes to eat the slime coat off the other fish. ( NOT all Algae eaters though) for example the Chinese Algae Eater WILL eat the slime coat off the other fish when it is fully grown.
Yes
Chinese algae eaters are known to be more aggressive and territorial compared to Siamese algae eaters. Siamese algae eaters are generally more peaceful and can coexist with other fish in a freshwater aquarium. Additionally, Chinese algae eaters can grow larger in size and may not be suitable for smaller tanks. Siamese algae eaters are better suited for community tanks and are more effective at controlling algae growth.
Chinese algae eaters and Siamese algae eaters are both popular choices for controlling algae in aquariums, but they have some key differences in their effectiveness. Chinese algae eaters are known to be more aggressive and may not be as effective at controlling algae as Siamese algae eaters, which are more efficient and dedicated algae eaters. Siamese algae eaters are also known to be more peaceful and compatible with other fish in the aquarium, making them a better choice for maintaining a balanced ecosystem.
Ensure the pregnant algae eater has a well-balanced diet with plenty of vegetables and algae wafers. Provide hiding spots in the aquarium to reduce stress during pregnancy. Monitor water quality closely and be prepared to separate the female if she displays signs of distress or aggression.
It is probably getting into fights with some of the other fish in the tank.
around 2 to 2 and a half years.
Try aquatic snails, like apple snails.