{"product_id":"l025-scarlet-cactus-pleco-juvenile","title":"L-025 Scarlet Cactus Pleco Juvenile – Pseudacanthicus Pirarara","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eL-025 Scarlet Cactus Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most striking and highly sought-after large L-number plecos in the aquarium hobby. Known for its dark armored body, contrasting spotted pattern, and vivid scarlet-to-orange coloration on the fins, L025 develops into an impressive centerpiece fish as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003ejuvenile L025 Scarlet Cactus Plecos\u003c\/strong\u003e. Juveniles already show the characteristic body pattern and fin coloration of the species, with color intensity and body shape continuing to develop as they grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudacanthicus pirarara\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e L025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scarlet Cactus Pleco, Scarlet Pleco\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loricariidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil – Xingu River Basin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuvenile Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. \u003cstrong\u003e0.8–1.2 in \/ 2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approx. \u003cstrong\u003e16–18 in \/ 40–45 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Territorial \/ Semi-aggressive toward other bottom dwellers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e120+ gallons\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for adults, with additional space required when keeping multiple large plecos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: \u003cstrong\u003e79–86°F \/ 26–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean, highly oxygenated water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong filtration and regular water changes recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrimarily carnivorous. Feed shrimp, krill, mysis, mussel, high-quality carnivore pellets, sinking foods, and other protein-rich foods. Small amounts of vegetable matter may also be offered for dietary variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide large caves, rocks, driftwood, and visual barriers. Adequate bottom territory is important, especially as the fish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest kept with robust, appropriately sized tank mates. Mature L025 may become strongly territorial toward other large plecos, particularly when competing for caves or bottom territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eL025 is not a typical algae-cleaning pleco. It requires a protein-rich diet, excellent water quality, strong filtration, and substantial aquarium space as an adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eActual fish size corresponds to the selected size option. Individual spotting, fin coloration, body pattern, and overall appearance may naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Runjun Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"0.8–1.2 in \/ 2–3 cm","offer_id":53120950501696,"sku":null,"price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/4357\/8432\/files\/L0253.jpg?v=1788937854","url":"https:\/\/www.runjunaquarium.com\/products\/l025-scarlet-cactus-pleco-juvenile","provider":"RJ Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}