Rhino Pleco

Remarks: Rhino plecos have a similar shape to that of sailfin plecos, but have two small "horns" on their faces, ridges along the sides of their bodies similar to that of an alligator, and a blotchy tan and brown coloration. They are known to be very large, hardy, and good at eating algae. Scientific Name: Pterygoplichthys scrophus Common Name: Rhino Pleco Max Size: 12" pH: 5.5-7.5 Hardness: Soft - Moderate Temperature: 72-82° Aggressiveness: Peaceful Region of Origin: South America Captive Bred or Wild: Captive Bred Diet: Algae wafers, vegetables, occasional frozen foods Compatibility: Plecos, catfish, schooling fish, livebearers, rainbowfish. Tank Mate Options: Red Shoulder Severum Electric Blue Acara Goyder River Rainbowfish