L083/L165 ALBINO SAILFIN PLECO 7 inch (PTERYGOPLICHTHYS GIBBICEPS)

What We Like About This Fish:
• The Albino Sailfin Pleco is a generally peaceful and hardy addition to the large aquarium.  
• This is one of the more manageable "large" plecos.
• This fish will not bother most plants, but it will likely help with algae control, especially as a juvenile. It will also scavenge and consume most uneaten fish food.
• The Albino Sailfin Pleco is an aquarium fish with a unique appearance as well as plenty of personality.
• It is compatible with a wide variety of tankmates, both large and small. 
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS: 
• Temperature:  74° - 84° F (23° - 28° C)
• pH:  6.5 - 7.8 (flexible as long as sudden changes are avoided)
• KH:  6 - 10 dKH
• Minimum tank size:  100+ gallons for an adult

 
CARE GUIDELINES:
• Diet:  Omnivorous, but meatier foods should only be fed sparingly.
• Social behavior:  Generally solitary, but will socialize somewhat, especially during breeding. Mature males may fight.
• Origin:  Captive-bred, but indigenous to Rio Negro, Brazil.
• Average adult size:  15 - 18 inches (38 - 46 cm)
• Average purchase size:  Juvenile:  2.4 - 2.8 inches (6 - 7 cm)