Albino Common Pleco Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Albino Common Pleco in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 120 gallons
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with most peaceful to semi-aggressive fish that are not small enough to be considered prey. Avoid housing with overly aggressive species or fin-nippers. Can be territorial with other plecos, especially in smaller tanks.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-established tank with ample hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and rocks. Strong filtration is essential due to their large bioload. A varied diet including sinking pellets, wafers, fresh vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, blanched spinach), and occasional protein sources is crucial. Driftwood is important for their digestive health as they rasp on it for lignin.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-82°F (22-28°C)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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