Scarlet Pleco (L025) (Pseudacanthicus sp.)

Fish in the family Loricariidae. Hard care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific namePseudacanthicus sp.

FamilyLoricariidae

Also known asL025, L024, Pseudacanthicus pirarara, Cactus Pleco (red)

Care levelHard

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive (some territorial)

DietCarnivore (meaty foods, shrimp, mussel, sinking carnivore pellets)

Adult size16 in

Minimum tank size150 gallons

Water parametersTemp 78-86°F, pH 6.0-7.4, GH 2-12 dGH

Appearance

Spiny dark body with brilliant red-orange fin margins; the L025 'scarlet' is one of the most coveted Pseudacanthicus.

Difficulty and care for the Scarlet Pleco (L025)

Hard

Origin and habitat

South America (Rio Xingu / Tocantins, Brazil)

Keeper notes

Highly territorial toward other plecos; provide separate caves and lots of space or keep singly.

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