L273 Titanicus Pleco Profile
Scientific Name : Pseudacanthicus sp. L273
Family : Loricariidae
Common Name : Red Titanicus Pleco
Maximum Length : 30cm / 12"
Origin : Rio Tapajos, Brazil
pH Level : 6.0 - 7.0
Things to note: A variably marked species, the best examples of which can be unbelievably beautifully marked. Other individuals are no where near as striking in appearance but all can be identified by an unusual almost metallic sheen displayed on the back half of the body of the fish. However as the fish gets bigger its beautiful spots become mottled and messy.
Personal comments : My L273 is invariably shy and does not enjoy movng around in the day at all. I liked it initially, but after getting good specimens of L24 and L25 it pales in comparison. My L273 broke its tail 1 month ago, and almost 1" has since grown back. Left with 1/2" worth of uneven tail.
Tips : L273 is attractive when young and is easy to get. Find a piece that is mostly coloured, because the mottling will then be less pronounced when it gets bigger.
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Sexual dimporphism / reproduction : Males appear to display the brighter more cosmetically attractive patterning. Females are more drab even from an early age.
Feeding : Carnivore although not a predator, prawns and chopped mussel appear favourites and promote favourable growth. Some vegetable should also be provided and thus balances diet.
Behavior in captivity : Generally peaceful but territorial from a young age. Some large specimens are aggressively territorial and may cause problems if housed with other large nocturnal fish.
Family : Loricariidae
Common Name : Red Titanicus Pleco
Maximum Length : 30cm / 12"
Origin : Rio Tapajos, Brazil
pH Level : 6.0 - 7.0
Things to note: A variably marked species, the best examples of which can be unbelievably beautifully marked. Other individuals are no where near as striking in appearance but all can be identified by an unusual almost metallic sheen displayed on the back half of the body of the fish. However as the fish gets bigger its beautiful spots become mottled and messy.
Personal comments : My L273 is invariably shy and does not enjoy movng around in the day at all. I liked it initially, but after getting good specimens of L24 and L25 it pales in comparison. My L273 broke its tail 1 month ago, and almost 1" has since grown back. Left with 1/2" worth of uneven tail.
Tips : L273 is attractive when young and is easy to get. Find a piece that is mostly coloured, because the mottling will then be less pronounced when it gets bigger.
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Sexual dimporphism / reproduction : Males appear to display the brighter more cosmetically attractive patterning. Females are more drab even from an early age.
Feeding : Carnivore although not a predator, prawns and chopped mussel appear favourites and promote favourable growth. Some vegetable should also be provided and thus balances diet.
Behavior in captivity : Generally peaceful but territorial from a young age. Some large specimens are aggressively territorial and may cause problems if housed with other large nocturnal fish.
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