Plecostomus

Their red or pink eyes come from a total lack of pigment, not coloration. Albino plecos are resilient and stand out with their pale yellow bodies and white fins.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Great algae eater
-Best in larger tanks

These plecos can grow impressively large, making them one of the most robust algae eaters available. Florida plecos are powerhouse cleaners with strong appetites and active nighttime behavior.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Needs a very large tank
-Strong algae eater

They develop more gold flecks as they age, making older specimens especially beautiful. A hardy algae grazer, gold spot plecos add sparkle to the bottom of the tank with their speckled gold pattern.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Great algae eater
-Needs hiding spots

Clown plecos are wood specialists and will rasp on driftwood daily. Small, colorful, and full of personality, clown plecos are ideal algae eaters for smaller tanks.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Needs plenty of driftwood
-Great for medium tanks

Their blue coloration becomes more vibrant under cooler water and dim lighting. A rare and stunning pleco, the blue phantom is peaceful and makes an excellent unique bottom dweller for larger tanks.

Care Highlights:
-Moderately hardy
-Peaceful
-Needs driftwood and caves
-Requires large, well-oxygenated tanks

Their bright blue eyes are a naturally occurring trait not selective breeding.
A vibrant yellow pleco with striking blue eyes, this peaceful species is perfect for planted display tanks.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Loves driftwood
-Excellent algae control