Elegant-fin Pleco
NameElegant-fin Pleco
Scientific NamePterygoplichthys gibbiceps
Common NamesElegant-fin Pleco, Sailfin Pleco, Leopard Sailfin Pleco, Gibbiceps Pleco
FamilyLoricariidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Orinoco River Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)125
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Cichlids, Large Tetras, Barbs, Gouramis, Other large, peaceful community fish
Description
The Elegant-fin Pleco, also known as the Sailfin Pleco, is a large freshwater catfish characterized by its distinctive high dorsal fin and mottled brown and black pattern. These robust bottom-dwellers are excellent algae eaters but require a spacious aquarium due to their impressive adult size.
