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A member of the Loricariidae family, the gold nugget pleco (plecostomus) is actually a small, sucker-mouth catfish. This egg-layer, considered a peaceful scavenger, grows up to 6 inches in length at maturity. If you are looking for a gold nugget pleco for your tank, ask for an L-18 at the pet shop. L-18 is the name given to this bottom feeder by fish enthusiasts. Keep in mind that the gold nugget pleco does have special needs and will require a moderate level of care.
Fish are not immune to contracting a parasitic worm infection. Symptoms of an infected fish can include dull and lifeless behavior, anorexia and slow growth. Common infections include hexamita, roundworms, capillaria, threadworms, tape worms, metacercaria and sanguinicola. Fish that regularly consume live food are at the most risk for becoming infected with worms. De-worming should occur regularly, such as once per month, in order to maintain the health of the fish and encourage them to thrive.
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Stress can make your fish sick.
