Hypostomus plecostomus have 7 dorsal fin rays and an elongated, dark brown body with a large head. L398 pleco panaqolus tankei longfin albino bushynose ancistrus sp. Ill leave it stickied so it appears at the top of the posts. Also found throughout the orinoco basin, although some authors believe that orinoco. Plecos covid19 lockdown measures may potentially cause 714 business day delays our priority is to get your fish delivered to you safely. Pleco stock photos download 1,512 royalty free photos. Plecostomus, pleco, or plec is the common name of several species of freshwater loricariid. Pdf identity of hypostomus plecostomus linnaeus, 1758. A specimen lot tu 94345 collected from indian spring, nevada, was determined to be an unidentified species of hypostomus and not h. Feel free to share any comments, questions or input in the comment section below or on any of the following social media outlets. Plecostomus, pleco, or plec is the common name of several species of freshwater loricariid catfish commonly sold as aquarium fish these include. You will want to make sure you have some kind of ornamentation where they can hide.
Its mouth, located on the underside of the head, has suctioncuplike lips that suck algae by adhering to smooth surfaces. Rows of bony plates covering all but their belly area. Hypostomus plecostomus us fish and wildlife service. The term plecostomus means folded mouth and is applied to a large number of species with a suckermouth characteristic, though they differ in length, coloration, and other features like the whisker type extensions around the mouth of the bristlenose catfish ancistrus spp. Stream ad free or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon.
Also known as a suckermouth, plecos are algae eaters and can do a very good job of keeping a tank reasonably clean of algae. Plecostomus for sale in uk 61 secondhand plecostomus. As is common with loricariids, there is a considerable tangling of taxonomy in. It is covered everywhere but the belly with large bony plates. In total there are more than 150 different species. Territorial, the fish does best when theres only one plecostomus in the aquarium. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. There are many plecostomus pleco species in the world. Find the perfect hypostomus plecostomus stock photo. Common pleco, janitor fish, pleco, plecostomus, sea hasar, spotted pleco, suckermouth catfish, etc. They include fish from the genera ancistrus, baryancistrus, chaetostoma, hypostomus, leporacanthicus, panaque, peckoltia, pseudancistrus and many others. Download your free plecostomus guide to learn all about their dietary needs, tank.
The name pleco originated from one of the first armoured catfish to be introduced into the aquarium hobby, this was known simply as plecostomus plecostomus. This pleco can grow very large over 2 feet in length and they are omnivorous eating both meaty foods and plant matter. Additional names pleco, common pleco, suckermouth catfish, plec additional scientific names acipenser plecostomus, hypostomus guacari, loricaria flava, plecostomus bicirrosus, plecostomus brasiliensis, plecostomus plecostomus. The plecostomus is a freshwater fish found in south america. Members of the loricariidae family of suckermouth catfish, plecostomus, or plecos, have specially adapted mouthparts, enabling them to attach to substrate. One of those, hypostomus plecostomus, was the first described representative of the genus. Caring for plecostomus catfish with diet and breeding. Disclike, protractible mouth is under the head, and used like a suction cup to attach and feed on algae. Plecos attach themselves to hard surfaces with specially adapted mouth parts. How to choose the right plecostomus pleco pethelpful. Thanks, mikewhile your compliments on the photos are really appreciated, textonly posts will be removed after a while to keep the gallery picturesonly.
Plecos are wellknown algae eaters that originated in the rivers of the amazon jungle in south america. Albino bristlenose pleco ancistrus temminckii in stock. The plecostomus catfish, or pleco for short, is a name used for the catfishes that belong to the loricariidae family. It is comprised of many of the freshwater articles from the website. Freshwater aquarium ebook 9 foreword thanks for downloading s freshwater aquarium ebook. Fair to good, but difficult to clean and best to cook in the shell, after which the white flaky meat can be slid out. Plecostomus catfish aquarium industries plecostomus catfish. Common names this fish is know by include pleco, plecostomus, plec. You can use it as a guide in setting up your freshwater aquarium or use it as a species reference when visiting the local fish store. Bushy nose pleco bristle nose pleco size is about 1 1. Freshwater plecostomus plecos lnumber pleco for sale.
The common pleco is the most popular freshwater catfish amongst fish. Hypostomus plecostomus, also known as the suckermouth catfish or the common pleco, is a. The trinidad pleco or common pleco hypostomus plecostomus is one of the most common and popular plecos in the aquarium trade and is often sold as an algaeeater for all types of aquariums. These catfish are sometimes referred to as janitor fish for their ability to clean tank algae. Plecostomus punctatus, numerous others have been used in the past. There are all different types and colors of pleco, and they have all different personalities.
Hypostomus plecostomus, the suckermouth catfish or common pleco, hypo under, stoma mouth, pleco pleated is a tropical fish belonging to the armored catfish family loricariidae, named for the armorlike longitudinal rows of scutes that cover the upper parts of the head and body the lower surface of head and abdomen is naked. Synodontis multipunctatus cuckoo catfish synodontis multipunctatus in stock. Now you can play pleco chinese dictionary on pc, just like pleco chinese dictionary for pc version. Many early accounts of pterygoplichthys in the united states were misidentified as hypostomus. German blue ram cichlid microgeophagus ramirezi in stock. Plecostomus, suckermouth catfish, pleco hypostomus plecostomus synonyms. Pleco, plecostomus, hypostomus plecostomu catfish guide. Plecos patterns change with the background and their mood. Pleco chinese dictionary for pc download windows 7, 8, 10. Hypostomus plecostomus wikispecies, free species directory.
Algae eaters includes plecostomus and chinese algae eater species. See a rich collection of stock image wallpapers of hypostomus plecostomus fish, one of the most popular pics vectors, or photos for hypostomus plecostomus fish free download. Download 1,512 pleco stock photos for free or amazingly low rates. If there is a discussion you do not want to loose, please start it again in a separate thread. Members of the genus pterygoplichthys and other loricariids are often misidentified as hypostomus. Pleco is the ultimate chinese learning companion an integrated. An hypostomus plecostomus in uska species han actinopterygii nga syahan ginhulagway ni linnaeus hadton 1758. This fish is now referred to as hypostomus plecostomus or commonly known as the sucker mouth catfish. It is also used as part of the common names of various similar species of loricariids. The plecostomus, or suckermouth catfish, is found in fresh and brackish waters and prefers fastflowing streams and rivers with pebbly substrate. If you are unsure of your water quality or ph levels, petco provides free water testing. Its appearance varies based on its surroundings and environment. Origin edit edit source throughout northern south america and trinidad.
It is covered everywhere but the belly with large, bony plates. References to pleco are specifically referring to the common pleco species hypostomus plecostomus, liposarcus pardalis, liposarcus multiradiatus, etc. Synonyms acipenser plecostomus, hypostomus guacari, loricaria flava, plecostomus bicirrosus, plecostomus brasiliensis, plecostomus plecostomus. Apistogramma macmasteri apistogramma macmasteri in stock.
Saturday delivery available upon request with extra weekend surcharge fee. Common pleco hypostomus plecostomus l046 zebra pleco hypancistrus zebra l333 gurupa pleco hypancistrus sp. The pleco gets along well with most other fish, though, so hes a great addition to your community tank. Our weekly livestock shipping schedule is tuesday thursday. However, it is also one of the least suited for most home aquariums. Plecostomus, or plecos as they are often called, belong. Most plecostomus are peaceful fish and prefer to rest or slowly graze over the aquarium bottom, and do an excellent job of cleaning unwanted algae from the bottom and sides of the tank. Hypostomus plecostomus stock photos and images alamy. Pleco is the common name for catfish species in the family loricariidae. They can attach themselves to hard surfaces using specially adapted mouth parts. Reasonably calm although can show aggression information facts. Suckermouth catfish hypostomus plecostomus species profile. Tropical freshwater l series plecostomus pleco we specialize in the biggest selection of wild caught plecos.
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