do bristlenose plecos add a LOT of waste?

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momtank

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I have read that bristlenose plecos add a lot of waste to the tank. That is not very specific. When you add one to a community tank, is there a noticeable increase in waste? Are they really nasty poopers or something? They are so interesting looking, and I would really like to add one to my tank as the algae eater / weird looking guy in there. But would like some insight before I buy. Thank you for your info.
 

tks4d2

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I've had two before and they poop just as much as others plecos...but pelcos poop a lot compared to other fish the same size and its long stringy poop so it becomes more obvious in your tank.
 

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Whether it would be noticeable or not will depend on the size of the tank, current stocking, and maintenance routine.
 
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