Clown Pleco in 20 gallon ?

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I have seen most websites say you can keep them in a 20 gallon but I want to check with people who have experience. The only other fish in the tank is a betta. I really want one but I also want the best for the fish. If not, any other plecos for a 20 gallon?

noselessman · Accepted Answer

Yes an actual clown pleco is a very small little fish not growing more then 3 inches long. I had one for 11 years in a 55 gallon that was not more then one inch at the end of his tiny life. They require driftwood and sinking foods. The problem is if you get a fish that was miss identified. But if a fish grows too big, that is a bridge to cross when you get to it.

There are other dwarf pleco that are very small, but some of them can cost you 100 bucks. like the zebra pleco.

Clown Pleco in 20 gallon ?

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