plec for 5g w/betta

[toehead11183]

I'm looking for an algae bulldozer for my daughters 5g acrylic hex with her betta. Problem is, no matter how much we clean it, the 50/50 bulb, glow in the dark everything and the poor filtration(built in the hood) keep algae growing. avg temp is 75*f

[Richard B]

Otocinclus seem to fit the bill

[Shane]

Toehead,
IMHO there are no species of pleco that would thrive long term in a 5 gallon set up. To reduce algae you are better off reducing light (amount and duration), increasing the frequency of water changes, and feeding sparingly. Try a bulb with lower wattage and put it on a timer so it only comes on for 2-3 hours in the evening.
-Shane

[toehead11183]

I can always move the pleco to my 180 later. I just want something that will last a while in there

[Mike_Noren]

No algae eating catfish for a 5G. Try snails instead. If it wasn't for the betta you could have tried shrimp too.