Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Fish | Unknown - Fish | Male | unneutered | | 1lb
i just got a clown fish pleco and he's not moving i noticed he wasn't moving in the store either and his not dead i tried to grab him but he swam away
1 Answer
Published on December 17th, 2017
Check the water temperature. Cold water will affect activity in tropical fish. This species does best in waters between 72F and 82F. They also need wood in the tank. Provide a piece or length of mopani wood or other driftwood.
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