The pleco catfish is a gentle giant that can grow to over a foot in length. Read about and watch video of this popular catfish.
Sailfin Pleostomus
This popular catfish finds a home in many large community aquariums because of it's striking appearance and substantial size. The top fin of the sailfin pleco extends into a large surface which is used during breeding and territorial behaviours.
Due to it's size it should be kept in an extensive fish tank to ensure it grows to it's maximum potential. Tankmates can include fairly rough cichlids as it is able to defend itself well once mature. Feed your pleco catfish with fresh green foods and spirulina pellets.
Breeding is usually achieved in large outdoor pools. A substrate of leaves is said to be preferred. Like many other catfish the sailfin pleco is induced into spawning by a drop in temperature.
Due to it's size it should be kept in an extensive fish tank to ensure it grows to it's maximum potential. Tankmates can include fairly rough cichlids as it is able to defend itself well once mature. Feed your pleco catfish with fresh green foods and spirulina pellets.
Breeding is usually achieved in large outdoor pools. A substrate of leaves is said to be preferred. Like many other catfish the sailfin pleco is induced into spawning by a drop in temperature.
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