Bristlenose pleco Plecos Fish for sale

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Pleco fish, also known as sucker fish or plecostomus, originate from South American rivers, making them a popular addition to aquariums across the UK. Physically, they are distinguished by their armored plates and sucker mouths used for clinging onto surfaces. Among the well-known breeds are the bristlenose pleco and the zebra pleco, both of which are highly sought after in the UK aquatic market. Temperamentally, plecos are generally calm and nocturnal, making them excellent algae eaters and tank cleaners without disturbing other fish. They thrive best in tanks that mimic their natural habitat, requiring caves and hiding places to feel secure. Due to their size and specific care requirements, they are suitable for experienced aquarists looking for unique and beneficial aquarium residents. Popular searches like "pleco fish for sale UK" and "bristlenose pleco for sale near me" reflect their high demand among enthusiasts, while keywords such as "common pleco for sale" and "pleco fish price UK" indicate active marketplace interest. Overall, plecos combine fascinating physical traits and manageable temperaments, making them ideal for dedicated fish keepers in the UK.

Plecos fish for sale: Super red bristlenose plecos  - Advert 1
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Super red bristlenose plecos

Plecos

5 monthsAge
£6Price

£6 each 3 for £16 5 for £26 1 to 1.5 inches Collection only! If living local or your area is on my travels then can deliver at extra fee. SM4 4JN Morden

Morden, Greater London
Plecos fish for sale: Young Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 2
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Young Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

7 monthsAge
£10Price

My 2 adults had another batch of babies in April and I believe they are now big and strong enough to go to new homes. £15 each or I can do a bundle offer of 3 for £40. Their average lifespan is 5-10

Orpington, Greater London
Plecos fish for sale: Super red & honeycomb bristlenose pleco - Advert 3
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Super red & honeycomb bristlenose pleco

Plecos

5 monthsAge
£5Price

Juvenile super red and honeycomb bristlenose plecos looking for new waters, they’re currently 1.5-2 inch. collection s72 or local delivery

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Barnsley, South Yorkshire
Plecos fish for sale: Bristlenose plecos  - Advert 4
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Bristlenose plecos

Plecos

7 weeksAge
£3Price

All healthy little plecos looking for new homes ready now. Getting bigger by the day and needing more room to grow. I have over 40 of them. Looking at 3 pound each or 2 for 5 pound

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Plecos fish for sale: Bristlenose pleco - Advert 5
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Bristlenose pleco

Plecos

8 weeksAge
£1Price

Bristlenose pleco fry, albino, peppered and yellow/orange Male parents are quite large with lots of bristles

Hull, Kingston upon Hull
Plecos fish for sale: 2 MALE Breeding age Longfin Bristlenose - Advert 6
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2 MALE Breeding age Longfin Bristlenose

Plecos

10 monthsAge
£12Price

I was going to keep these 2 for my own breeding colony but ive now got longfin/shortfin snow whites, blue eye lemons and super reds so no longer have space for longfin browns aswell. Really healthy b

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Chester-le-Street, County Durham
Plecos fish for sale: Lemon Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 7
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Lemon Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

11 weeksAge
£8Price

Very true golden Lemon Bristlenose Plecos for sale of various ages. £7.50 each around 2” long, £4 around an inch long. Collection only from LN11 (near Louth, Lincolnshire). More pictures if required.

Louth, Lincolnshire
Plecos fish for sale: £1 Shortfin Bristlenose Juveniles  - Advert 8
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£1 Shortfin Bristlenose Juveniles

Plecos

10 monthsAge
£1Price

Very very nice 1 pound fish ☺️ Needing to clear out the tank theyre in so selling the last of these off at £1 each 11 for £10! Ill bet my life you wouldnt find prices like this in any shop no matte

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Chester-le-Street, County Durham
Plecos fish for sale: Juvenile Bristlenose Pleco - Advert 9
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Juvenile Bristlenose Pleco

Plecos

10 monthsAge
£10Price

Healthy, active juvenile Bristlenose Plecos with well-developed bristles already showing. Great little algae grazers with plenty of growing potential and ideal for adding to your aquarium or future br

Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
Plecos fish for sale: Longfin Supered Bristlenose Plecos  - Advert 10
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Longfin Supered Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

4 monthsAge
£20Price

Beautiful Longfin Plecos. 5-6cms long Juveniles £20 each and I have a few adults I'm prepared to let go, price negotiable. Also honeycomb L519 Rio Itenez Plecos £20 Collection Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Plecos fish for sale: Tropical fish, Bristlenose, Lemons, Albino, - Advert 11
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Tropical fish, Bristlenose, Lemons, Albino,

Plecos

1 yearAge
£1Price

Tropical fish available, including Bristlenose plecos in Lemon, Albino, and common varieties. Also have 2 Oscar cichlids and 1 Jack dempsey. Common bristlenose 2cm-3cm £1 5cm-6cm (Males and femal

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Southall, Greater London
Plecos fish for sale: Young bristlenose pleco - Advert 12
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Young bristlenose pleco

Plecos

3 monthsAge
£3Price

Baby bristlenose pleco eating perfectly fine Only 3 pound each

Dudley, West Midlands
Plecos fish for sale: Last 3 juvenile LONGFIN Bristlenose - Advert 13
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Last 3 juvenile LONGFIN Bristlenose

Plecos

10 monthsAge
£4Price

Bred at home Very proud of how these turned out. Down to the last 3 at this size, ive sold around 300 of them this year and not had one complaint £4 each or take the last 3 for £10 About 2 inch

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Chester-le-Street, County Durham
Plecos fish for sale: Mature Bristlenose Pleco - Advert 14
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Mature Bristlenose Pleco

Plecos

9 monthsAge
£15Price

A fantastic opportunity to add a fully mature male Bristlenose Pleco to your aquarium or breeding setup. These males have developed large, impressive facial bristles, a clear sign of maturity and a

Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire
Plecos fish for sale: Super red short fin bristlenose plecos NR5 0PX  - Advert 15
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Super red short fin bristlenose plecos NR5 0PX

Plecos

10 monthsAge
£5Price

Beautiful healthy 3 - 4 cm super red bristlenose plecos £5 each collection only from Costessey NR5 0PX

Norwich, Norfolk
Plecos fish for sale: Blue-eye lemon Bristlenose pleco juveniles  - Advert 16
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Blue-eye lemon Bristlenose pleco juveniles

Plecos

5 monthsAge
£5Price

Gorgeous blue-eyed lemon Bristlenose pleco juveniles for sale. More than 10 available. Most are around 4-5cm. Some larger, some smaller. A couple of spawns in my tanks. Raised on Repashy soilent gr

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Southampton, Southampton
Plecos fish for sale: Bristlenose plecos - Advert 17
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Bristlenose plecos

Plecos

4 monthsAge
£3Price

About 2-3months old. Different sizes. Mommy and daddy been very busy.Too many for this tank.3£ each or 5 for 10£.

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Portsmouth, Portsmouth
Plecos fish for sale: Bristlenose plecs common & albinos - Advert 18
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Bristlenose plecs common & albinos

Plecos

3 monthsAge
£3Price

Healthy juvenile bristlenose plecs. 3- cm approx(1.3-1.5 inch). Feeling well and ready for suitable, established aquariums. 3£/each or 10£ 4 Collection only

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Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire
Plecos fish for sale: Bristlenose plecos  - Advert 19
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Bristlenose plecos

Plecos

5 monthsAge
£5Price

Bristlenose Plecos for sale, two to three inches in length, great cleanup crew, £5 each, Loads to choose from.

Nottingham, Nottingham
Plecos fish for sale: Britlenose Pleco - Free - Advert 20
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Britlenose Pleco - Free

Plecos

5 yearsAge

I have a bristlenose pleco available to collect for free for a new home. It has outgrown my tank, and would really like to rehome it with someone who has the space. It is approciamately 25cm in leng

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London, Greater London

FAQs

Plecos are beneficial for fish tanks as they help control algae growth, keeping the tank cleaner. They also mix the substrate, which promotes beneficial bacteria and aids the nitrogen cycle. Generally peaceful, plecos can coexist with many other fish species, making them a good addition to a community aquarium.