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Sailfin Pleco / 帆鳍异型鱼

The Sailfin Pleco (Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps) is a popular freshwater catfish known for its impressive, sail-like dorsal fin and its role as a “tank cleaner” that eats algae. Native to the Amazon and Orinoco basins in South America, these hardy fish are often sold small but can grow into “monsters” reaching 18 to 24 inches (45–60 cm) in length.

帆鳍异型鱼(Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps)是一种广受欢迎的淡水鲶鱼,以其引人注目的帆状背鳍和作为“鱼缸清洁工”的角色而闻名,它以藻类为食。这种鱼原产于南美洲的亚马逊河和奥里诺科河流域,生命力顽强,通常以小型鱼苗出售,但可以长成体长达 45 至 60 厘米(18 至 24 英寸)的“巨型”鱼。

Category: Product ID: 1995

Description

Aquarium Care Requirements
Because of their massive size and high waste production, Sailfin Plecos are not suitable for standard small tanks.
  • Minimum Tank Size: At least 100–125 gallons (approx. 400–500 liters) for a single adult.
  • Filtration: A robust, high-capacity filtration system is essential to manage their significant “bioload” (waste).
  • Decor: They must have driftwood to rasp on, which provides necessary fiber for their digestion.
  • Water Parameters: They prefer temperatures between 23–28°C (74–82°F) and a pH of 6.5–7.5.

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