Pterygoplichthys Plecos

Pterygoplichthys plecos are the large, classic plecos of the aquarium hobby. Browse our guides below.

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Common Pleco

Hypostomus plecostomus

Peaceful · Beginner

Sailfin Pleco

Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps

Peaceful · Intermediate