{"product_id":"common-pleco","title":"Common Pleco","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Common Pleco is a hardy and popular freshwater algae-eating catfish known for its impressive size and ability to help keep aquariums clean. While they are excellent algae grazers when young, they require a very large aquarium as they mature. Common Plecos are best suited for experienced aquarists with spacious tanks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHypostomus plecostomus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ Peaceful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ Up to 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ Omnivore – algae wafers, sinking pellets, vegetables (zucchini, cucumber), driftwood, and occasional protein foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ 125 gallons (475 L)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ 72–82°F (22–28°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH Range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ 6.5–7.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ✅ Suitable with most medium to large peaceful community fish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Plecos are primarily nocturnal and appreciate driftwood, caves, and other hiding places. Driftwood is an important part of their diet and aids digestion. Although they help control algae, they should not rely on algae alone for nutrition and require a varied diet to stay healthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Common Plecos grow very large and are not suitable for small aquariums. Be sure you can provide an appropriately sized tank before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Primal Paradise Pets","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":46079589351622,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Group of 3","offer_id":46079589384390,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3726\/7142\/files\/4FFC7207-2B29-4D9E-A777-CC54AB4F82FA.jpg?v=1784243647","url":"https:\/\/primalparadisepets.ca\/products\/common-pleco","provider":"Primal Paradise Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}