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L160 Spiny Monster Pleco/Coffee and Cream Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus spinosus)
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L160 Spiny Monster Pleco/Coffee and Cream Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus spinosus)

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L160 Spiny Monster Pleco/Coffee and Cream Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus spinosus)
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🐟 L160 Spiny Monster Pleco / Coffee & Cream Cactus Pleco (Pseudacanthicus spinosus)

The L160 Spiny Monster Pleco, also known as the Coffee & Cream Cactus Pleco, is bold, beautiful, and built like a tank. With its spiky armor, intricate patterning, and robust demeanor, it’s a favorite for aquarists seeking a distinctive, low-light pleco centerpiece.


Quick Facts

  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudacanthicus spinosus
  • ☕ Common Names: Spiny Monster Pleco, Coffee and Cream Cactus Pleco
  • 🎨 Appearance: Dark cactus-like armor mottled with cream or sandy accents and long, spiny fins
  • 📏 Max Size: Up to 17 inches (43 cm)

Behavior & Temperament

  • ⚔ Semi-aggressive and territorial, especially toward similar species
  • 🌒 Mostly nocturnal, venturing out to feed when the lights dim
  • 🪴 Ideal habitat: Wood and rocky hides where it can feel secure

Tank Requirements

  • 🧱 Minimum Tank Size: 150+ gallons
  • 🏞 Aquascape Suggestions:
    • Caves, driftwood, and thick branches for hiding
    • Dark substrate to enhance coloration and comfort
  • 🌡 Water Parameters:
    • Temp: 78–86°F (26–30°C)
    • pH: 6.0–7.5
    • High oxygenation and moderate current preferred

Diet

  • 🥩 Primarily carnivorous:
    • Prefers meaty diets: sinking carnivore pellets, seafood bits, shrimp, and bloodworms
    • Occasional veggies like zucchini or spirulina for balance
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Sexing

  • ♂ Males typically develop stronger odontodes (spiny growths) on the cheeks and pectoral fins
  • ♀ Females are usually fuller-bodied, especially when holding eggs

At-a-Glance Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin Rio Xingu Basin, Brazil
📏 Size Up to 17″ (43 cm)
😠 Temperament Semi-aggressive, territorial
🏠 Tank Size 150+ gallons
🌡 Temperature 78–86°F (26–30°C)
⚗ pH Range 6.0–7.5
🍤 Diet Carnivore with occasional veggies
🧪 Hobby Level Advanced

💡 The L160 is a majestic yet manageable predator, ideal for aquarists seeking a dramatic and resilient bottom dweller. Its intense patterns and commanding presence make it a standout in large reef-effect aquascapes.

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