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$149.99 – $179.99Price range: $149.99 through $179.99
The L452 Mustang Cactus Pleco (Pseudcanthicus sp. L452) is a spectacularly unique Pleco addition to any aquarium! Despite being carnivores, these fish are not regarded as predators. Their favorite protein sources seem to be diced mussels, scallops, and prawns. They may exhibit territorial behavior towards fish in the aquarium that occupy similar niches. They are only available seasonally and can be difficult to acquire most of the year.
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$139.99 – $299.99Price range: $139.99 through $299.99
A large growing and impressive armored pleco known from Brazil’s Rio Tocantins, the L064 Ghost Cactus Pleco inhabits deeper stretches of rocky, fast-moving waters in the wild. Like most of its close relatives in the genus Pseudacanthicus , it is a somewhat territorial fish, and primarily a carnivore which prefers protein rich foods. Due to their large adult size and fairly active nature, the Ghost Cactus Pleco requires a large aquarium with cover in the form of driftwood, rock work or caves and will do best in well-oxygenated water with moderate to strong current.
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$119.99 – $239.99Price range: $119.99 through $239.99
The L185 is an impressive, large growing species of Pseudacanthicus (commonly known as cactus plecos) from the rocky, clear, fast-flowing waters of the middle and upper Rio Xingu in Brazil. Territorial and largely carnivorous by nature, this species grows to about 7″ length and requires a fairly large aquarium with lots of cover, especially if they are to be kept with other plecos. They prefer warmer water temperatures (80 – 84F ) and will do best with moderate to strong current.
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The L024 or Redfin Cactus Pleco is a colorful and sought after species of heavily armored pleco originating in the Rio Tocantins in Brazil. Like most members of its genus, it is largely a carnivore and prefers protein rich foods. The “Super Red” variant displays intense, vivid reds in the dorsal and pectoral finds and is found only in the waters surrounding the town of Tucurui. In the aquarium, the Redfin Cactus Pleco should be offered ample cover and care should be taken with other bottom dwelling species as they can be territorial. With their large adult size and space requirements, Redfin Cactus Plecos are recommended for experienced hobbyists with large aquariums and heavy filtration.
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$124.99 – $189.99Price range: $124.99 through $189.99
The L097, known as the Polka Dot or Spotted Cactus Pleco is an attractively marked, medium growing species of Pseudacanthicus (commonly known as cactus plecos). This pleco originates in the rocky, clear waters of the middle and upper Rio Tapajos in Brazil. Territorial and largely carnivorous by nature, this species grows to about 7″ length and requires a fairly large aquarium with lots of cover, especially if they are to be kept with other plecos. They prefer warmer water temperatures (80F ) and will do best with moderate to strong current.
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$99.99 – $399.99Price range: $99.99 through $399.99
The L024 or Redfin Cactus Pleco is a colorful and sought after species of heavily armored pleco originating in the Rio Tocantins in Brazil. Like most members of its genus, it is largely a carnivore and prefers protein rich foods. In the aquarium, the Redfin Cactus Pleco should be offered ample cover and care should be taken with other bottom dwelling species as they can be territorial. With their large adult size and space requirements, Redfin Cactus Plecos are recommended for experienced hobbyists with large aquariums and heavy filtration.
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$99.99 – $599.99Price range: $99.99 through $599.99
With their high contrast pattern of jet black spotting on a dark brown body and deep red-orange fins, he Scarlet Cactus or L025 pleco is one of the most sought after species in its genus. This heavily armored pleco is found in the fast-flowing rocky waters of Brazil’s Rio Xingu where they inhabit warm, clear, soft waters typically close to rapids. Like most species in the genus Pseudacanthicus, they are almost prehistoric in appearance with prominent spines along the pectoral, dorsal, and caudal fins. With an adult size of up to 18″, this species requires a large aquarium with excellent water quality and moderate to strong current.
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