Do Gold Nugget Plecos eat algae? Am finding conflicting info

[LyndaB]

Got a gorgeous gold nugget pleco at my fave lfs yesterday. Pricey, but what the heck. I don't spend that much often and besides, I can claim him as a Mother's Day gift.

I assumed that all plecos eat algae. Dummy head. In doing some research last night, many sites indicate that this pleco does not.

So, what can you tell me? Yes, no, maybe? It's not an issue if he doesn't, as I don't purchase species just to do a job, but it would be a bonus if he does.

 

[OBEYtheFISH]

They're omnivores like most plecos
They will eat algae but when food is scarce.
but they won't go around munching on algae like BristleNosePlecos or otos

 

[LyndaB]

Thanks.

Do you know if plecos are pretty compatible together, as far as keeping various species?

 

[OBEYtheFISH]

Plecostomus can be very territorial more likely with the same species
Need tons of "caves" little spots for them to call their own

 

[LyndaB]

The caves aren't an issue.

What do you think about the gold nugget with some bristlenose?

 

[OBEYtheFISH]

As long as they have their space they should be fine

 

[Cichlid Kid]

I wanna see pics of your newbie!

 

[LyndaB]

Patience is a virtue.......

 

[bob mccoy]

they are a very beautiful pleco i have one also . hes the king of the pleco tank

 

[Scott F]

they are a very beautiful pleco i have one also . hes the king of the pleco tank

What does he like to eat and, also, I've read they like driftwood to hang out on.

Could you tell us what yours likes ?

I was actually thinking of getting one this morning !