Clown Pleco

Clown Pleco These small catfish have delicate features with lots of beautiful coloration. The Clown Plecos help keep the algae down in the water filter so it won't look dirty, which could be worth its weight in gold when choosing an animal companion. The Clown Pleco protects plants and their habitat by consuming excess algae. They vary in size from 3-4 inches long depending on their variety, but most average about 3.5". A Clown pleco is a great starter pet for aquarium enthusiasts who want to start with small and low maintenance! The Clown Pleco Appearance Clown Plecos are known for their distinctive ball-shaped shape with a broad head that angles into the flat, narrow body and laterally facing suckermouth. They also have broad pectoral fins on either side of their bodies to help them better maneuver in the water and an upright rayed dorsal fin at the back end, which allows them to swim quickly. Clown pleco fish are dark brown or black, overlaid with bright stripes of orange and yell