suckermouth catfish
Alternative names: Hypostomus plecostomus, common pleco
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The suckermouth catfish is a tropical fish named for the feature of its mouth that allows it to adhere to a surface as well as to hold on to its prey. They feed on algae, aquatic plants, and small crustaceans. The suckermouth catfish can grow to a length of 50 cm.