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	What to feed a Pleco
zman Hobbyist Posts: 76 Kudos: 73 Votes: 63 Registered: 19-Feb-2006	What can I feed a pleco.? can I feed it algae waffers exclusively?
Posted 10-Mar-2006 02:11
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	What type of pleco is it? There are some varieties that are carnivorous. For most omnivores then the algae tablets are good, but like all other fish a varied diet is best. Jim Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 10-Mar-2006 02:53
zman Hobbyist Posts: 76 Kudos: 73 Votes: 63 Registered: 19-Feb-2006	OldTimer When I bought it the LFS didn't specify it as any thing other than a pleco. since joining the forum I have done some research as to it's specific type. i am left with the understanding that it is a common pleco, additionally I haven't seen it behave in any way shape or form that would give me any indication that it was carniverous. It does seem to relish the algae waffers..
Posted 10-Mar-2006 03:31
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	Edited by OldTimer My common pleco eats a varied diet. I feed him the algae wafers, slices of zuchinni & cucumber, shrimp pellets, etc.. Again, a varied diet will probably be appreciated. To feed the zuchinni or cucumber you can weigh it down by attaching to a rock or other heavier than water object with a rubber band or you can blanch it in boiling water for a few seconds and then it will sink. Also there are vegetable clips available that then suction to the side of you tank. Jim Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 10-Mar-2006 04:00
zman Hobbyist Posts: 76 Kudos: 73 Votes: 63 Registered: 19-Feb-2006	Thanks OT What size of a tank do you have your com. pleco in, and how big is it at this point, after how long?
Posted 11-Mar-2006 02:42
jasonpisani Ultimate Fish Guru Posts: 5553 Kudos: 7215 Votes: 1024 Registered: 24-Feb-2003	Common Pleco's can get a foot (30cm) big & so they need a much bigger tank to stay in & a good filtration, as they produce alot of waste. Sinking Algae tablets & alot of green matter is highly appreciated by your Pleco & as stated above, Cucumber & Zucchini are very good for him. http://uk.pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/s8xi5heh/my_photos http://www.geocities.com/s8xi5heh/classic_blue.html http://groups.yahoo.com/group/buzaqq/ http://www.deathbydyeing.org/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/corydoras/ Member of the Malta Aquarist Society - 1970. http://www.maltaaquarist.com
Posted 11-Mar-2006 13:12
OldTimer Mega Fish USAF Retired Posts: 1181 Kudos: 1294 Votes: 809 Registered: 08-Feb-2005	Edited by OldTimer My pleco is probably around 9" - 10" in total length at this point and is currently in a 55 gallon tank. I would guess he is probably around 5 years old. Probably needs to go to the 75 gallon, but that houses my very mean Tilapia buttekoferi, who would no doubt kill him. Honestly, if I had someone I could trust to house him properly I would gladly depart with him - a huge waste producer and was a fish I rescued from a someone elses very small 15 gallon tank quite a while back and really doesn't fit into my plans. Jim Water, taken in moderation, cannot hurt anybody. -- Mark Twain
Posted 11-Mar-2006 18:45
chelaine Big Fish Posts: 383 Kudos: 343 Votes: 78 Registered: 23-Jul-2005	Edited by chelaine is there a common length per year factor that a common pleco grows? i have one that i understand was about 6 months old i got him 9-10 months ago... anywho.. he's about 4-5 inches. i know they get huge, but how fast? he is currently housed in my 55 gallon, eventually i'll find him a new home. ::edit:: sorry to jack your post BTW!!!! Chelle _______________________________________________ I love the fishes cuz they're SOOO delicious...
Posted 13-Mar-2006 10:34


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