sera Pleco Chips
Product overview sera Pleco Chips are sinking wafers formulated specifically for bottom-feeding fish such as plecos, catfish, and other detritivores. They provide a balanced mix of plant-based and animal-based ingredients to support digestion, coloration, and general health while resisting rapid disintegration in strong currents.
Key features
Sinking wafer design: Sinks quickly to reach bottom-dwelling species and remains intact long enough for slow eaters to feed.
Balanced nutrition: Combines vegetable matter (spirulina, spirulina meal, vegetable fibers) with protein sources to meet the dietary needs of plecos and similar species.
Fiber-rich formula: Promotes digestion and helps prevent bloat and constipation common in herbivorous/omnivorous bottom feeders.
Natural color-enhancing ingredients: Contains carotenoids and other components to help bring out fish coloration.
Fortified with vitamins and trace elements: Supports immune function and overall vitality.
Low-pollution recipe: Designed to reduce clouding and maintain water quality when fed properly.
Benefits
Encourages natural foraging behavior of bottom-feeders.
Helps maintain healthy intestinal flora and digestion through increased fiber.
Durable wafers minimize waste and nutrient leaching, benefiting water clarity.
Suitable for a variety of bottom-dwelling species in freshwater aquariums.
Feeding recommendations
Feed once or twice daily, offering only what your fish will consume within a few hours.
For picky or slow-eating plecos, place a wafer near the fish with feeding tongs or on a flat stone to reduce movement from currents.
Supplement occasionally with fresh vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, blanched spinach), algae wafers, or wood for species that rasp on driftwood.
Monitor water parameters and remove uneaten food after a few hours to prevent water quality issues.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Seal the package after opening to preserve freshness and prevent moisture absorption.
Suitable species
Common plecos (Hypostomus plecostomus)
Bristlenose plecos (Ancistrus spp.)
Corydoras and other small catfish that accept wafers
Other omnivorous or herbivorous bottom-feeders
Packaging sizes
Typically available in small jars or tubs; check retailer for current sizes and serving counts.
Notes and cautions
Not all pleco species have the same dietary needs. Some large or highly specialized plecos require more driftwood or a higher proportion of vegetable matter; research the specific species in your aquarium.
Overfeeding can harm water quality and fish health. Adjust portion sizes based on activity and appetite.
sera Pleco Chips
Product overview sera Pleco Chips are sinking wafers formulated specifically for bottom-feeding fish such as plecos, catfish, and other detritivores. They provide a balanced mix of plant-based and animal-based ingredients to support digestion, coloration, and general health while resisting rapid disintegration in strong currents.
Key features
Sinking wafer design: Sinks quickly to reach bottom-dwelling species and remains intact long enough for slow eaters to feed.
Balanced nutrition: Combines vegetable matter (spirulina, spirulina meal, vegetable fibers) with protein sources to meet the dietary needs of plecos and similar species.
Fiber-rich formula: Promotes digestion and helps prevent bloat and constipation common in herbivorous/omnivorous bottom feeders.
Natural color-enhancing ingredients: Contains carotenoids and other components to help bring out fish coloration.
Fortified with vitamins and trace elements: Supports immune function and overall vitality.
Low-pollution recipe: Designed to reduce clouding and maintain water quality when fed properly.
Benefits
Encourages natural foraging behavior of bottom-feeders.
Helps maintain healthy intestinal flora and digestion through increased fiber.
Durable wafers minimize waste and nutrient leaching, benefiting water clarity.
Suitable for a variety of bottom-dwelling species in freshwater aquariums.
Feeding recommendations
Feed once or twice daily, offering only what your fish will consume within a few hours.
For picky or slow-eating plecos, place a wafer near the fish with feeding tongs or on a flat stone to reduce movement from currents.
Supplement occasionally with fresh vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, blanched spinach), algae wafers, or wood for species that rasp on driftwood.
Monitor water parameters and remove uneaten food after a few hours to prevent water quality issues.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Seal the package after opening to preserve freshness and prevent moisture absorption.
Suitable species
Common plecos (Hypostomus plecostomus)
Bristlenose plecos (Ancistrus spp.)
Corydoras and other small catfish that accept wafers
Other omnivorous or herbivorous bottom-feeders
Packaging sizes
Typically available in small jars or tubs; check retailer for current sizes and serving counts.
Notes and cautions
Not all pleco species have the same dietary needs. Some large or highly specialized plecos require more driftwood or a higher proportion of vegetable matter; research the specific species in your aquarium.
Overfeeding can harm water quality and fish health. Adjust portion sizes based on activity and appetite.
