{"product_id":"l380-cactus-pleco-juvenile","title":"L-380 Cactus Pleco Juvenile – Pseudacanthicus sp. L380","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProduct Description\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eL-380 Cactus Pleco\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and impressive L-number pleco known for its heavily armored body, prominent odontodes, and powerful Cactus Pleco appearance. As it matures, L380 develops a robust body shape and distinctive spiny texture, making it an excellent choice for experienced pleco collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003ejuvenile L380 Cactus Plecos\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual pattern, coloration, and body markings may naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePseudacanthicus\u003c\/em\u003e sp. L380\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e L380\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e L380 Cactus Pleco\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loricariidae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil – Rio Gurupi\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuvenile Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. \u003cstrong\u003e2.4+ in \/ 6+ cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to approx. \u003cstrong\u003e16 in \/ 40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Territorial\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\u003e5.5–7.0\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, mysis, krill, insect larvae, high-quality carnivore pellets, sinking tablets, and other protein-rich foods. Small amounts of vegetable matter may also be offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvide large caves, rocks, driftwood, and visual barriers. Each specimen should have adequate bottom territory and secure hiding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCan be kept with appropriately sized midwater fish, but caution is recommended with other large plecos. Territorial behavior may become stronger as the fish matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eL380 is not a typical algae-cleaning pleco. It requires a protein-rich diet, strong filtration, excellent water quality, 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 pattern, coloration, and appearance may naturally vary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Runjun Aquarium","offers":[{"title":"2.4+ in \/ 6+ cm","offer_id":53120615678272,"sku":null,"price":269.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.runjunaquarium.com\/products\/l380-cactus-pleco-juvenile","provider":"RJ Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}