Pleco's and UGF

[Jello]

Hi,
I'm considering getting a pleco for my new 25 gallon tank but have been told that pleco's and under gravel filters aren't compatible. Anyone have any insight into this statement?

 

[Paul_MTS]

I'm not sure where that comment has come from but i can't see any harm.

only problem i can see is that some plecs need sand to be happy which you can' run with UGF

for your 25 gallon don't buy a common or gibbicep/sailfin, both of these grow too big for your tank.

 

[Jello]

What pleco's do you suggest I get for that size of aquarium?

 

[Teelie]

I wouldn't suggest using UGF's but that's on principal more than harm to Plecos. Where did you hear that though? Plecos shouldn't have any problem with a UGF and my LFS keeps dozens of them in tanks with UGF's no problems.

For a 25 gallon, get a Bristlenose or equally small plec.

 

[Fishy411]

Rubbernos, Clown, Or bristlenose

 

[Jello]

Thanks for the advice. I was told at the LFS that pleco's and ugf's didn't get along and I also read it at another site but can't remember which one.

 

[digital_run]

The only real harm i could see is if you had a gib or common ( others im sure) that like to dig alot.....They may shift the UGF around or even become trapped (maybe )....Personally id spend the money and get a HOB filter....their fairly cheap and you dont have a huge tank so it wont be expensive to begin with.

 

[cliftonpmj]

PPL i need ur help , the thing is i looked at my tank and all of a sudden my plecs have got really fat . is this ment to happen or is there summot rong . plz reply bak

 

[smithrc]

probubly over feeding - what is their diet?

 

[Grey Legion]

PPL i need ur help , the thing is i looked at my tank and all of a sudden my plecs have got really fat . is this ment to happen or is there summot rong . plz reply bak

I read that high protein diets can cause stomach troubles..check your brand of food and see if it really high in protein if so switch to a lesser brand and try that.

good luck !!