4 Golden Pleco (2 inch)

The Golden Pleco is a striking freshwater catfish admired for its dark body covered with bright golden-yellow spots. This eye-catching pleco is a favorite among aquarists for its unique coloration and algae-grazing behavior, making it both decorative and functional in the aquarium.

Scientific Name: Baryancistrus sp.

Temperament: Peaceful

Diet: Algae, algae wafers, sinking pellets, vegetables

Minimum Tank Size: 30–40 gallons

Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)

pH: 6.0–7.5

Adult Size: 6–8 inches

Behavior: Golden Plecos spend much of their time resting on rocks or driftwood while grazing on algae and biofilm. They prefer aquariums with strong filtration, good oxygenation, and plenty of hiding places.

Notes: Assortment includes a mix of colors and patterns; Exact colors and markings will vary; Stock photo used; fish received may differ.

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Domestic shipping only! Sorry, we cannot ship to anyone in Hawaii & Washington State.

We ship on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday via USPS Priority Mail. Once we get your order, we will ship it within 1 to 5 business days. For the safety of the animals, we do not ship aquatic life on Thursday and Friday. We do not want live aquatic animals sitting in USPS warehouse over the weekend. Thank you for your understanding.

Any orders placed before 12:00 PM on Tuesday will be shipped out that same week. orders placed after 12:00 PM on Tuesday will now be processed the following week

Male/Female: Will be picked at random (no custom orders)

Note: color may be slightly off from photo.

We placed a penny at the corner of the tank so you can have an idea of the size of the fish.

Guaranteed to arrive alive you have one hour of delivery to report any death. You must take a picture while the fish is dead in the bag before it’s opened.

Fish’s color might be off first 3 days due to shipping and stressed fish.

we do not refund shipping costs