{"product_id":"common-pleco","title":"Common Pleco","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Common Pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus), also known as Janitor Fish, is a hardy suckermouth catfish recognized by its armoured body, broad head and attractive spotted pattern. Primarily active around the bottom and hardscape, it uses its specialized mouth to graze surfaces and will readily explore wood, rocks and aquarium décor for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite often being sold as an algae eater, the Common Pleco requires a varied diet of sinking foods, vegetables and occasional protein-rich foods. It grows considerably larger than many commonly kept plecos and requires a strong filtration, good oxygenation, driftwood and secure hiding places\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFish Size Guide:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 'Maximum Size' outlined below is the length this fish can reach as a full grown adult. For the actual size please use the select menu above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscus.ae prefers younger stock for their better ability to adapt to new water parameters and higher tolerance against transport. On rare occasions you may receive larger specimens when small fish are unavailable, however the smallest should be expected unless the size is noted as \"Large\" or \"Adult\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-features2\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecies Information:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHypostomus plecostomus\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eMaximum Size:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e30 cm to 50 cm\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e22 °C to 30 °C\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003epH Range:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e6.0 to 8.0\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eStendker Discus:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNon-Compatible\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDwarf Shrimps:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNon-Compatible\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNotice:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive animals are not manufactured products, sizes may vary and colors will be faded upon delivery from transport. Shipping Policy and Terms \u0026amp; Conditions must be read before placing an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Discus.ae","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Juvenile (appx. 5 - 6 cm)","offer_id":54007620763924,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1100\/2724\/files\/common-pleco.jpg?v=1789247795","url":"https:\/\/www.discus.ae\/products\/common-pleco","provider":"Discus.ae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}