Category:Plecos
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[edit] Pleco Catfish
There are over 700 species of suckermouth armoured catfishes (or plecs as they usually get referred to) with new species still being discovered.
All Plecos fall under the family name of Loricariidae (Lori-Kari-iday), common name of Suckermouth Armoured Catfish, and the majority are found in South America. The tell-tail feature of a pleco is a lack of traditional fish scales, instead rows of "armour plating" and an underslung suckermouth. On some plecs they also appear to be hairy!
Contrary to popular belief, no pleco is truely herbivorous, indeed some won't touch algae at all! Plecos are omnivorous and opportunistic. There are several species that actually prefer meaty diets, and may even take small tankmates!
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