L282 King Galaxy Cactus Pleco Profile

Scientific Name : Pseudacanthicus sp. L282
Family : Loricariidae
Common Name : King Galaxy Cactus Pleco
Maximum Length : 22.5cm / 8.9"
Origin : Venezuela
pH Level : 6.0 - 7.4

Things to note: L282 is a beautifully adorned pleco that rarely comes even during the export season. As it is a spiked pseuda do take note that it will have a huge temper to match its beauty.

Personal comments : L282 is simply jaw-dropping when it's put into a tank with black backgrounds. Although there are many species that are black with white spots, such as L18, L142 and L240, these are not pseudacanthicus, which have their own beauty. Merge the two qualities together..

Tips : L282 is similar in many ways to L97, the only difference being that it will have a larger maximum size, and the spots are whiter, bigger and more evenly spaced out.

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Sexual dimporphism / reproduction : Unknown.

Feeding : Carnivore but not a predator. Favours prawns as well as small pieces of fish. Provide some vegetables for a balanced diet. When it gets used to the aquarium it will also eat pellets and wafers.

Behavior in captivity : L282s are extremely shy and introverted fish and require low lighting or darkness and a cave they can call their own. They are particularly aggressive and territorial towards conspecifics. Should there be a challenge expect to see violent fights and bullying until the hierarchy is established. Due to their size and strength fights may have detrimental outcomes. Provide clearly separated spaces for them in the tank and ensure each stays there by minimising the need for them to look for food outside their space.