Leopard Cactus Pleco (L114) (Pseudacanthicus leopardus)
Fish in the family Loricariidae. Hard care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePseudacanthicus leopardus
FamilyLoricariidae
Also known asL114, L600, Red Fin Leopard Cactus, Pseudacanthicus sp. L114
Care levelHard
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)
DietCarnivore (meaty foods, shrimp, mussel, sinking carnivore pellets)
Adult size14 in
Minimum tank size150 gallons
Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.0-7.4, GH 2-12 dGH
Appearance
Large spiny grey body with bold dark leopard blotches and red-tinged fins; a coveted big cactus pleco.
Difficulty and care for the Leopard Cactus Pleco (L114)
Hard
Origin and habitat
South America (Rio Negro, Brazil)
Keeper notes
Very territorial toward other plecos; best kept singly or with abundant space and caves.
Log Leopard Cactus Pleco (L114) in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Leopard Cactus Pleco (L114) alongside everything else in your reef.
