Vermiculated Sailfin Pleco (Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePterygoplichthys disjunctivus

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asVermiculated Sailfin Catfish, Pterygoplichthys disjunctivus, Weber's Sailfin

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietOmnivore (algae, vegetables, sinking foods)

Adult size17 in

Minimum tank size150 gallons

Water parametersTemp 73-82°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 4-25 dGH

Appearance

Brown sailfin with a worm-like vermiculated belly pattern and a tall fan-shaped dorsal fin.

Difficulty and care for the Vermiculated Sailfin Pleco

Easy

Origin and habitat

South America (Amazon basin)

Keeper notes

Territorial with age; large size is the main issue rather than aggression.

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