Adonis Pleco – Acanthicus adonis – Small

The Adonis Pleco (Acanthicus adonis) is a very large species capable of growing to over three feet in length though most will remain much smaller. Juveniles are black with white spots and a lyretail while adults become solid black. Their body shape is more slender than many other plecos. This is an omnivorous species that will eat plant matter as well as meaty foods and will graze on wood. They can become territorial, especially in small aquariums and at larger sizes, and requires an adequately large aquarium.

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