Plant-Eating Fish: Are There Any Types That Eat Plants in Your Aquarium?
Some fish eat plants. Notable examples are goldfish, koi, and some cichlids. Goldfish and koi are herbivores. Certain cichlid species enjoy a plant-based diet. Algae eaters, like the Common Pleco, also consume plant matter. Avoid fish like convicts, as they can uproot plants. Another example is the Plecostomus, commonly called the “pleco.” This fish feeds … Read more