Pterygoplichthys Joselimaianus - Gold Spot Pleco L001

Pterygoplichthys joselimaianus is very similar to other plecs, with lovely colours (yellow spots against a dark brown body). This catfish has proved to be hardy and peaceful.

Community                                                                                                           

Adult Length:  30cm

Temperature Range 24-29°C

pH Range: 6.5 - 7.3

Special Requirements:  Hiding places such as rock piles and wood.

Tanks Mates:  Suitable with almost any fish, it is territorial towards its own kind and other similarly sized plecs, but it otherwise mixes well within a peaceful community.

Feeding:  It will eat algae whilst ignoring plants (though delicate plants may be uprooted as it forages), but algae alone is not sufficient and fresh veg such as courgette, sweet pepper, broccoli and carrot must be offered daily together with sinking pellets. Live foods, prawns and other protein foods are taken with relish, particularly as the fish matures.