Recommend a Pleco…

[JackSpadesSI]

I’m looking for a small pleco (6”-8”). I don’t like the look of bristlenose plecos. Please let me know what my other options are, keeping in mind one request: as commonly available as possible.

Thanks.

 

[HN1]

PlanetCatfish • Cat-eLog • Advanced Search

 

[Viper]

Rubberlip Pleco

Also sold as Bulldog Pleco

Although it won't reach quite the size you are looking for. More likely 4-5 inches.

HN1, your signature is hilarious

 

[JackSpadesSI]

PlanetCatfish • Cat-eLog • Advanced Search

That is quite the information overload! I'm sure that site is a great tool for someone who is already somewhat knowledgeable about plecos, but all I see is a massive list of Latin names. Which ones are common to most LFS and which ones are comically rare?

 

[HN1]

You should be able to search by min-max size. That was really the main reason I linked that. Plus it's a wonderful bookmark for any pleco interested person. The commonly found, easy to attain, non-tank busters are pretty standard fare. BNs (of various colors and finnage), other ancistrus (a bit pricey and spotty availability), and rubber noses.

 

[CoyoteWildfire]

What about the Clown Pleco? Looks a lot like a common, but stays small 4-5". Clown Pleco

 

[Tim Wheatley]

I think Clown Plecos are great fish. Mine is 4 inches and seems to have stopped growing. Very active when it wants to be, but hides the rest of the time.