Mango Plecostomus (L-047)
Scientific Name: Parancistrus cf. Magnum
Loricarid ID: L-190
Recommended Aquarium: 100+ Gallons
Approx. Adult Size: 12 inches
Temperament: Peaceful
Ease of Care: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Native Waters: South America
Capable of growing to 12 inches in length, the Mango Pleco has a charcoal black body with really light spots and more noticeably a wide yellow/white fringe to the dorsal and tail fins. Both the pectoral and anal fins are more fan shaped and it is not unusual for this pleco to keep its dorsal fin raised. Heavily armored, this pleco can be kept with larger, rough fish. The under slung mouth of the pleco acts as a suction devise to hold it in place, and to allow the specialized teeth to rasp algae off of rocks, plants and glass. This makes the pleco one of the best eaters of algae, its primary job in the home aquarium. They require some cover in the form of a rocky cave or large piece of driftwood in which to “hang out” most of the time.
Approximate arrival size for Mango Plecostomus:
Small:2-3 inches
