Hello I have three large COMMON PLECO ranging in size 12 - 15 inches well they scratch my 540 gallon acrylic Aquarium ?
12 inch common pleco safe for acrylic Aquarium?
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There are a few threads I've read here and there that suggest even smaller (~6") plecos have caused "scratches" on acrylic tanks. There are also threads of owners of (small) plecos stating that they have no issues with their plecos' teeth scratching the acrylic. I was also curious as well since I recently got a new acrylic tank and I've not concluded either way.
I have 3.5-4.5" blue phantom and gold nugget, and I've not seen evidence of scratching, yet. The reality is unless they are putting some major scratches, I don't know if I'd change anything.
I have 3.5-4.5" blue phantom and gold nugget, and I've not seen evidence of scratching, yet. The reality is unless they are putting some major scratches, I don't know if I'd change anything.
Yes I’ve seen them scratch acrylic but usually at that size they’re more interested in other foods rather than algae grazing. I’ve even had some small scratches from Ancistrus species. Nothing of note that can’t be fixed but noticeable none the less.
Do you happen to have photos the scratches that were caused?
Not on my phone but at my computer at the house I’m sure I’ve got some.
Are the panaque species worse for scratching or do all types of plecos run the risk of scratching?