Can Common Pleco Live With Silver Arowana?
Common Pleco and Silver Arowana CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 75–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.5–7.0.
Size
✓ Compatible
Compatible sizes (18" and 36").
Temperament
⚠ Use Caution
Common Pleco (peaceful) may have issues with Silver Arowana (semi-aggressive). Monitor closely if attempting.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Common Pleco: bottom, Silver Arowana: top), reducing conflict.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 250 gallons
| Parameter | Common Pleco | Silver Arowana |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–82°F | 75–82°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7 |
| Max Size | 18" | 36" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swim Level | Bottom | Top |
| Min Tank | 75 gal | 250 gal |
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