Fishician®Diet
Herbivore/Xylophage – driftwood (required), algae, algae wafers, blanched zucchini and spinach
Aquarium species profile
Clown Pleco
Panaqolus maccus · South America (Venezuela — Orinoco and Apure Rivers)
Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size4"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature73–82°F
pH range6.5–7.5
Compatible tank mates
Almost any peaceful or semi-aggressive community fish
Tank mates to avoid
Very aggressive species that will harass it
Care notes
L-104. Small and manageable alternative to the Common Pleco. Stunning black body with white/orange stripes and spots. Must have driftwood to rasp on — essential for digestion. Algae eating is secondary to wood. Peaceful and stays small. Great for most community tanks.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.