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Bristlenose pleco Plecos Fish for sale

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.

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Plecos fish L236SWandRB mix 3male 5female - Advert 1
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L236SWandRB mix 3male 5female

Plecos

12 weeksAge
£700Price

8 of them 3 male 4 female All nice and heatly fish Deli.very available for extra charge Some fish size on the picture they not old group all young fish Also many different fish available PLECOS Albin

HullKingston upon Hull
Plecos fish Super Red Line Bristlenose Pleco Fry – Home Bred - Advert 2
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Super Red Line Bristlenose Pleco Fry – Home Bred

Plecos

3 weeksAge
£5Price

Home bred bristlenose pleco juveniles Around 3cm, strong and healthy From Super Red (male) x Chocolate (female) line All F1 carrying Super Red genetics – ideal for breeding Feeding well on algae waf

RomfordGreater London
Plecos fish Golden Bristlenose Pleco L144 Lemon blue/black eye - Advert 3
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Golden Bristlenose Pleco L144 Lemon blue/black eye

Plecos

10 weeksAge
£2Price

A few L144 lemon blue eye bristlenose plecos available from my personal hobby tank. These plecos come from my long-established home tank — I’ve kept them for several years, and they occasionally have

BromleyGreater London
Plecos fish Pleco for rehoming - Advert 4
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Pleco for rehoming

Plecos

2 yearsAge
£0Price

Bristlenose Pleco available for rehoming. Is outgrowing our tank and needs a larger aquarium. Healthy and around 10cm long

ElyCambridgeshire
Plecos fish Pleco fish  - Advert 5
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Pleco fish

Plecos

5 weeksAge
£5Price

A mixture of common Bristle nose and blue eye lemond bristlenose (L144) plecos for sale. Bristlenose plecos £5 Blue eyed lemond bristlenose (L144) plecos price… 3-4 cm juvenile £10-£20 4-6 cm medi

BristolBristol City
Plecos fish Young bristlenose plecos  - Advert 6
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Young bristlenose plecos

Plecos

8 monthsAge
£3Price

Our two plecos had babies! These were born several months ago in a couple of batches so I’m not exactly sure how old they are! I have at least 3 males and 1 female of varying size.

FarnhamSurrey
Plecos fish 3 Common Bristlenose babies & 1 Adult male pleco - Advert 7
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3 Common Bristlenose babies & 1 Adult male pleco

Plecos

4 monthsAge
£5Price

I have three 5 month old baby bristlenose plecos. Genders unknown. £5 each One fully grown adult male. 3 years & 5 months old. £15 Collection only from N11SY

LondonGreater London
Plecos fish Peacock Cichlids, bristle nose pleco & full setup - Advert 8
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Peacock Cichlids, bristle nose pleco & full setup

Plecos

2 weeksAge
£600Price

320litre tank and cabinet with heater, light, airstone and external canister filter. Peacock Cichlids (M&F) with proven breeders and couple of babies. Mix of colours from orange blotch to sulphur hea

NuneatonWarwickshire
Plecos fish Albino Bristlenose Plecos (Ancistrus sp.)  - Advert 9
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Albino Bristlenose Plecos (Ancistrus sp.)

Plecos

5 monthsAge
£5Price

Very high quality Albino Bristlenose Plecos (Ancistrus sp.) Born on 1st November 2025. From a healthy tank. £5 each. Two available

SouthamptonSouthampton
Plecos fish Blue eye lemon bristlenose plecos - Advert 10
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Blue eye lemon bristlenose plecos

Plecos

1 yearAge
£55Price

For sale blue eye lemon bristlenose plecos Really good sizes, breeding every few months Male £30 Female £40 Pair £55 Open for sensible offers. Collection from tamworth (west midlands)

TamworthStaffordshire
Plecos fish BLUE EYE LEMON BRISTLENOSE PLECS - Advert 11
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BLUE EYE LEMON BRISTLENOSE PLECS

Plecos

15 weeksAge
£5Price

Blue-Eyed Lemon Bristlenose Plecos for Sale Healthy batch of baby blue-eyed lemon bristlenose plecs available. Approx. size: 4 cm (some may be slightly larger) Born: Beginning of January 2026 Raised i

BlackburnBlackburn with Darwen
Plecos fish Albino bristlenose pleco babies and guppy fry  - Advert 12
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Albino bristlenose pleco babies and guppy fry

Plecos

12 weeksAge
£10Price

My community fish tank has had a baby boom and so im now selling guppy fry and albino bristlenose plecos lots available resonable prices Guppy fry £1 each and plecos £7 each or 2 for £10 ready to go n

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WaterloovilleHampshire
Plecos fish Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 13
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Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

13 weeksAge
£3Price

High-quality Common Bristlenose Plecos. Bred from two separate bloodlines to ensure strong genetics and as life inbreeding. Carefully raised on a premium diet to support optimal health, growth and col

BexleyGreater London
Plecos fish Calico Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 14
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Calico Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

8 weeksAge
£8Price

Approx 40 baby calico BN's for sale to good homes Will need to discuss what set up they are going to Photos of adults are their parents Not quite big enough to go yet Collection only Barwell LE9

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LeicesterLeicester
Plecos fish Longfin Super-red bristlenose Plecos  - Advert 15
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Longfin Super-red bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

6 monthsAge
£22Price

Really good quality longfin super-reds for sale. 4 months old. 4-5cms £22 each. Also standard supereds £6 and L144 Golden blue-eye plecos, £6 each. Collection Cambridge. CB25

CambridgeCambridgeshire
Plecos fish Cute Baby and Adult Bristlenose Pleco for sale - Advert 16
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Cute Baby and Adult Bristlenose Pleco for sale

Plecos

9 weeksAge
£30Price

Stunning pleco available gor both collection and by post. Baby: born on 14th February 2026 (3cm long) Adult: 1 year old breeding pair (8cm long)

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CambridgeCambridgeshire
Plecos fish Snow white bristlenose pleco  - Advert 17
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Snow white bristlenose pleco

Plecos

8 monthsAge
£30Price

Hi all, I have more than 200 6cm plecos and some groups of adults 3 females 1 male for sale. The price is for each adult with around 12cm and already breeding. Please drop me a message if you have an

LondonGreater London
Plecos fish Britlenose pleco - Advert 18
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Britlenose pleco

Plecos

15 yearsAge
£8Price

Selling bristlenose pleco a Albino = £10 Common = £8 I have about 4 They are not full grown Dm me for more info

NormantonWest Yorkshire
Plecos fish SUPER RED Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 19
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SUPER RED Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

3 monthsAge
£7Price

Super red Bristlenose Plecos 2cm - 4cm varying sizes, I have lots of these available £7 each or £25 for 5 Better prices considered if you purchase a larger number of fish Great algae eaters for

AbingdonOxfordshire
Plecos fish Home-Bred Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 20
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Home-Bred Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

4 monthsAge
£4Price

These aren’t stressed imports. They have been raised in an established 420L Aqua Oak tank and fed a high-protein, specialised diet of Repashy Soilent Green & Morning Wood ‘Super-Mix’ diet. Healthy &

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BristolBristol City
Plecos fish Bristlenose Plecos - Advert 21
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Bristlenose Plecos

Plecos

1 yearAge
£4Price

Young bristlenose plecos for sales. 5-7cm long. Adults grow to 12-15cm. Both males and females are available.

FarnboroughHampshire

FAQs

Are Plecos good for your fish tank?

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.

What are the disadvantages of keeping Plecos?

One main disadvantage is their potential large size, with some species growing up to 24 inches, which requires larger tanks or ponds. They also have specific dietary needs, including driftwood in their diet, which may add complexity to care. Additionally, their size can lead to them being returned to pet stores if owners are unprepared for their growth.

How big do Plecos get?

Plecos vary significantly in size depending on the species. Some remain small, under a foot long, while others can grow up to 24 inches or more. The size you can expect will depend largely on the pleco species and the conditions in the tank.

Are Pleco fish hard to keep?

Plecos are generally easy to care for and adaptable to a variety of water conditions, making them suitable for beginners. However, they do require adequate tank space, a suitable diet including some forms of driftwood, and regular tank maintenance to thrive.