Asian (Gold) Spot Pleco

The Asian Spot Pleco is a small, hardy freshwater catfish known for its dark body covered in pale white to yellowish spots. Its sucker mouth allows it to graze algae and biofilm from glass, wood, and décor, making it a useful cleanup fish. Peaceful and adaptable, it fits well in community aquariums with stable water conditions.

Care Guide:

Size: Up to 3” (males larger, females smaller)

Temperature: 75–82 °F

pH: 6.0–7.5

Temperament: Semi-aggressive; males are territorial, especially during breeding. Best kept in a ratio of one male to multiple females with plenty of caves and hiding spaces.

Diet: Carnivorous/omnivorous; thrives on high-quality micro pellets, frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia.