Raw vegetables should be anchored near the bottom of the aquarium Supplement with raw zucchini, sweet potato, carrots, lettuce, spinach or cucumbers as a treat once or twice a week.
In general, plecos are opportunistic scavengers who will eat anything that comes their way. Some are more carnivorous, still others mainly eat wood fiber and the small crustaceans who live within the wood. Some species of pleco exclusively eat algae, while others eat plants. Driftwood is commonly used as a source of food, providing cellulose and lignin and enabling plecos to hide. Acrylic aquariums are not recommended for large plecos, as they will scratch the acrylic with their sharp spines and sucker mouths.
If you are unsure of your water quality, bring a sample to Petco for free testing. Stable water quality (pH, ammonia, nitrate, nitrite) and water temperature are critical to the health of aquatic life. Moderate water circulation should be provided to mimic water currents found in plecos’ natural habitats. Water health - Provide proper filtration to ensure optimal water quality to help maintain health.Keep in an appropriate size aquarium, from 20 gallons for smaller species to 75 gallons or more for larger species.
