L600 Leopard Cactus Pleco

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L600 Leopard Cactus Pleco

Descriptions:

  • The L600/LDA073 Leopard Cactus Pleco (Pseudacanthicus leopardus) is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishes. This omnivorous species is known for its “spiny” odontodes reticulated body pattern and the bold orange coloration of its dorsal fin and tail. It can grow to a rather impressive size, but not so large that it will outgrow a reasonably large aquarium. The “L600” catalog number for this fish is not official. In fact, some experts consider it to be the same species or superspecies as the L114/LDA007 Redtail Sternella Pleco.
  • Unlike the widely-seen Common Pleco (Hypostomus plecostomus) and Trinidad Pleco (Hypostomus punctatus), which easily reach a monstrous size of 18 to 20+ inches (45 to 51+ cm), the Leopard Cactus Pleco grows to a size of 13.8 inches (35 cm). While this is still a large size, it is well within the realistic range of well-maintained aquariums of 125 gallons or larger (for a full-grown adult). This species is somewhat territorial, so care must be taken when housing it with other nocturnal bottom-dwellers. This fish produces substantial waste, so regular water changes and powerful filtration are an absolute necessity for its aquarium.
  • The Leopard Cactus Pleco is primarily nocturnal, but will often become active during daytime hours once established in an aquarium with plenty of driftwood, rockwork, and other hiding places. It is not an effective algae eater. It is not known to eat wood like some plecos (Panaque sp., etc.), but it may benefit from some supplementary wood (or bio-film and algae on driftwood). The Leopard Cactus Pleco will not eat ornamental plants, but it might inadvertantly destroy delicate plants with its movement as an adult. Feed the Leopard Cactus Pleco a diet of meaty live, frozen, and dry foods as well as vegetables such as shelled peas, spinach, zucchini and cucumber. It will also eat some fruits and boiled potatoes.

Specifications:

Species: Hypancistrus sp

Common Name: Leopard Cactus Pleco

Origin: Rio Araguaya, affluent of Tocantins, Amazon system, Arunana, Goias, Brazil

Diet: Omnivorous

PH Range: Alkaline 6.5 – 7.5

Temperature: Tropical 24-28°c

Breed Type: Egg layer

Max Size: approximately 35cm

Sex: Un-sexed

Tank Set-Up:

  • (Freshwater with open space and hiding spots)

Feeding Details:

  • Feed the King Tiger Pleco a diet heavy in both meaty and vegetable matter, including high-quality vegetable flakes, sinking algae wafers, and pellets. It will also appreciate being fed some fresh vegetables such as shelled peas, spinach, zucchini, and cucumber. Meaty foods such as bloodworms are definitely necessary for this species, especially in comparison to some other “pleco” species. This species requires a well-maintained aquarium with moderate to high water flow in order to thrive.

Compatible:

  • Swordtails, Mollies, and Guppies, Neon Tetra, Pleco

Details:

  • L333 Leopard Cactus 4-5CM

 Can organise a Freight for Interstate.

  • New South Wales
  • Victoria
  • Queensland's
  • South Australia.
  • Western Australia. (Permit)
  • Tasmania (Permit)

WE DO NOT SEND TO:

  • Northern Territory

Prior to purchasing the Platy:

  • We offer Airport to Airport or Door to Door.

Please send us an email to sales@vincenzosaquatics.com.au for freight related cost and states regulations. if you have any questions about our range please send us an email to sales@vincenzosaquatics.com.au