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L420 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus sp.)

L420 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus sp.)

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L420 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco - (Pseudacanthicus sp.)
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🐟 L420 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco (Pseudacanthicus sp.)

The L420 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco is a striking South American pleco known for its spiny body and lighter-colored fins. Peaceful yet hardy, it thrives in aquariums with driftwood, rocks, and moderate water flow. Its unique fin coloration and robust build make it a favorite among pleco collectors.


🔎 Quick Facts

  • 📛 Common Name: Lightfinned Cactus Pleco
  • 🔬 Scientific Name: Pseudacanthicus sp.
  • 🎹 Appearance: Dark spiny body with light-colored fins
  • 📏 Max Size: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)

😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • đŸ€ Peaceful, suitable for community tanks
  • 🌿 Grazes on algae, biofilm, and occasional protein
  • đŸȘ” Prefers caves, driftwood, and hiding spots
  • 🌙 Mostly nocturnal, active during low-light periods

🏠 Tank Requirements

  • 📩 Minimum Tank Size: 55+ gallons
  • đŸȘ” Provide driftwood, rocks, and hiding spots
  • 🌊 Moderate water flow
  • 💡 Low to moderate lighting

💧 Water Parameters

  • đŸŒĄïž Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
  • ⚗ pH: 6.5–7.5
  • 💧 Soft to moderately hard water

đŸœïž Diet

  • 🌿 Algae, vegetables (zucchini, cucumber)
  • 🐟 Occasional protein-rich foods (bloodworms, shrimp)

🔍 Sexing

  • 👹 Males: Slightly larger, may develop odontodes on pectoral fins
  • đŸ‘© Females: Smaller, rounder abdomen

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
🌍 Origin South America
📏 Max Size 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)
😇 Temperament Peaceful, hardy
🏠 Tank Size 55+ gallons
⚗ pH Range 6.5–7.5
đŸŒĄïž Temperature 75–82°F (24–28°C)
đŸœïž Diet Algae, vegetables, occasional protein
🎯 Ideal For Large community tanks, pleco collectors

✹ Snippet:

  • 🐟 Lightfinned Cactus Pleco with spiny body and light-colored fins
  • đŸȘ” Needs driftwood, rocks, and hiding spots
  • 🌿 Grazes on algae, vegetables, and occasional protein
  • 🌊 Prefers moderate water flow
  • 🌙 Mostly nocturnal
  • 📏 Grows up to 10–12 inches
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