Right size for pleco

[Fish_3456]

I really think that plecos look cool but the issue is that i have a 10g, so what is the right size for a pleco?

[CorydorasLover]

The "right" size would depend on a lot of other factors: do you have live plants, are there other fish in that tank, and so forth.

But yes, that pleco would have to stay small.

[Fish_3456]

i dont have plants i got 2 guppys and a molly

[YoFishboy]

Most plecs grow quite large and will need lots of room..even the smallest varieties need about 30+ to be happy. A cool little scavenger for a little tank are Oticinclus - here is a web site devoted to them! Enjoy!

[aknif]

I would say that a rubberlip pleco or another kind of pleco that stays small would be ok in a 10 gal. They only get 3" or so... Just make sure there's enough for him to eat, or supply algae wafers!

[TKOS]

I would also suggest sticking to ottos for a tank that size. If you had a 20 gallon some of the smaller plecos like bristlenose would do fine.

[Holly9937]

Or do you mean what is the right size tank for any given pleco? If you have a particular one in mind that will help, their sizes can vary quite a bit :p:

[Ramirezi]

i have clown plecos, they grow to about 4 inches. but unfortunately, they are very shy. they only come out when the lights are out. very cool looking pleco though.

[Fish_3456]

Thanks for everything guys! :)