Description
Where are Adonis Plecos from?
The Adonis Plecostomus originates from the Tocantins river system in northern Brazil, where it inhabits tributaries with slower water flow.
How big do Adonis Plecos get?
It can grow to an impressive size, well over 20 inches long, depending on how well it is cared for and the water volume provided.
What temperature do Adonis Plecos need?
Adonis plecos thrive in the temperature range from 74 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit.
Although, drastic temperature changes should always be avoided.
Quinn’s Fins always recommends temperature acclimating new fish to your aquarium, by floating the bag upon arrival, before releasing the fish into your tank.
While the ideal range for Adonis plecos is noted, it is relevant to mention that fish are highly adaptable and will likely do well at slightly higher and lower temperatures.
The higher the temperature is raised, the more rapid a fish metabolizes. This means that at higher temperatures, fish may require slightly more food and more frequent water changes.
What do Adonis Plecos eat?
This species is omnivorous and will do well with a varied diet of sinking pellets, frozen, and freeze dried foods which include plant matter and protein.
Additionally, sinking driftwood and leaf litter can help emulate the natural environments where plecos come from and provide a supplementary food source.
When are Adonis Plecos most active?
Most pleco species thrive best in an aquarium environment which includes numerous hiding places and cover. Plecos tend to be more active at night than during the day. So, in addition to heavy cover in the aquarium, lower lighting may be beneficial to encourage your fish to be more active during the day.
What size Aquarium or Pond do I need for an Adonis Pleco?
While young, this fish will do well in a 75 to 100 gallon aquarium. However as it grows it will need larger accommodations, ideally an enclosed pond of 500+ gallons.
Never release domestic fish into the wild!
This poses hazards (diseases, food competition, predation) to native environments and many fish species cannot survive in the wild after living in an aquarium, depending on climate.
