How big do these fellows get, respectively?
Are they active slimecoat suckers?
Can these be placed in a setup with plants?
Are they active slimecoat suckers?
Can these be placed in a setup with plants?
P. Nigrolineatus and P. Suttoni
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They are referred in the Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aquarium Fish by Gina Sandford as the Pin-Striped Pleco (Or Royal pleco as we know it) whilst the Suttoni was referred as the blue-eyed Pleco (Or Blue-Eyed Panaque as some call it.
Would like some more info from guys who have kept them.
Would like some more info from guys who have kept them.
Royal plecos have the potential to reach 18"+. They are mainly vegetarian. They NEED driftwood in the tank. They create more waste than any other pleco I have owned. Very slow growth rate, like an inch a year give or take. The dull eyed royal is supposed to only grow to about 9". Blue Eyed panaque I cannot afford so you'll have to look for personal experiences elsewhere for that one! Although I believe they have similiar care requirements as the royal and will grow to 18"+ also.
Crap. That Suttoni cost $1500. Are there other, cheaper sources?
Also, do Royals suck the slimecoat off of fish?
And would they be fine in a setup with live plants provided I give the wood?
Also, do Royals suck the slimecoat off of fish?
And would they be fine in a setup with live plants provided I give the wood?