Freshwater Fish
Sailfin Plecostomus.
A large, striking armored catfish named for its tall, many-rayed dorsal fin and bold leopard-like reticulated pattern. A powerful algae grazer, it keeps glass and decor clean while growing into an impressive centerpiece.
We keep this species at our Erie store. Come and see it in the tanks, or call (814) 456-9445 and ask what we have in right now.
Sea Cave keeps this species. You will find these in the tanks at 660 East 14th Street in Erie. We never ship live animals.
- Condition
- new
- Fulfillment
- Local pickup — Erie, PA
We never ship fish, coral, or invertebrates — every animal here is one you meet in person. Each one is acclimated and health-checked in-house before it goes out into the display tanks. This is a species we keep, and what is swimming on any given day changes with the deliveries, so please call (814) 456-9445 before you drive in.
Care at a glance
What to know before you take one home.
- Care level
- Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Community
- Community safe
- Adult size
- 18"
- Min tank size
- 75 gallons
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Scientific name
- Pterygoplichthys gibbiceps
Good tank mates
Peaceful toward most community fish, but its adult size demands large, roomy tankmates and plenty of space.
Good to know
It can gulp air and absorb oxygen through its gut, letting it survive briefly in low-oxygen water.
What is in the tanks and each animal's temperament vary — call (814) 456-9445 for pairing advice.
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660 East 14th Street,
Erie, PA.
Mon–Fri 12–6 · Sat 11–4 · Sun closed. Call ahead on livestock — what's on the floor rotates.