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Golden Stripe Sucker: A popular species of suckermouth catfish in the hobby is the Golden Stripe Sucker, also known as the Common Pleco. They are native to South America and can be found in rivers and streams with rocky substrates and rapid flow. The tank is set up in a river with driftwood and plants all over it. It can also be given a more natural appearance by adding water that moves quickly.<\/div>\n

II. You would love the fish because\u2026..<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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These fish use their mouths to cling to the sides of glass tanks and other decorations. The fish is held in place by the suction created by their mouths on the object. They got the name “suckermouth” from this.<\/div>\n
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Raspy are these specialized parts of the mouth. They are made to crush algae and other plant materials.<\/div>\n
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They have “bodies that are depressed and covered in flexible bony plates,” according to CABI. They have modified lips with papillae\u2014small projections on the lips\u2014and, in some taxa, barbels\u2014a “suckermouth” in their ventral mouth. The modified mouth makes it possible for the fish to eat, breathe, and suction onto the substrate.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

.III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s a peaceful fish.<\/p>\n

IV. Species compatibility<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Platies, Zebra Danios, Clown Loaches, Bala Sharks, and Tetras.<\/p>\n

V. How to feed this species?<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

They are omnivorous and will consume anything that reaches the tank’s bottom. Plecos will actively consume algae that grows on wood, walls, and rocks because they are also algae eaters. To maintain their health, they should also be fed a variety of sinking foods and protein like bloodworms.<\/p>\n

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