Description

Also known as Grey Armored Catfish, Hypostomus Plecostomus, Janitor Fish, Parana Sailfin Catfish, Plecostomus, Royal Plec, Sailfin Armored Catfish, Sailfin Plec, Snow King Plec, Snow King Plecostomus, South American Suckermouth Armored Catfish, Southern Sailfin Catfish, Suckerfish, Sucker-mouthed Catfish, Sucking Catfish.

Found in flood plains, lakes and swamps, over River Basins.
They feed on algae and insects.
Length - 55cm
Depth - ?m
Widespread South America

A freshwater fish often seen in the aquarium trade, often used as cleaners/algae eaters in the tank.
These fish are able to breathe air and also have suction on their lips so they can move around feeding while being stuck to an object. Ref: https://www.fishbase.de/summary/12218