Pterygoplichthys

Aquarium Fish

Pterygoplichthys is a genus of South American armored catfishes. Its members are sometimes collectively called janitor fish. They are also commonly known as sailfin armoured catfish or sailfin plecs, particularly in the aquarium trade.

Classification: Genus of South American armored catfishes
Common names: Sailfin armoured catfish and sailfin plecs
Parent taxon: Pterygoplichthyini

Sources and credits

Article: Pterygoplichthys (English Wikipedia)
Wikidata: Q135527
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