Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025)

Pseudacanthicus sp.

Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025) (Pseudacanthicus sp.) — Advanced care, Aggressive, under Catfish & Cory. Minimum tank in the app: 132 US gal min; aim for 77–86°F and pH 6–7.5. Details below match the app.

Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025) (Pseudacanthicus sp.) in a planted freshwater aquarium
Care levelAdvanced
TemperamentAggressive
Min tank size132 US gal min
pH range6–7.5
Temperature77–86°F
Max size15.7 in (40.0 cm)
Captive lifespan12–20 years
SchoolingNo

Captive lifespan reflects typical experience in a home aquarium, not maximum recorded age; genetics, sourcing, and care vary.

Natural distribution

South America

  • South America

Regional colours match the stocking calculator’s origin map.

Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025) Tank Setup

Plan for at least 132 US gal min of water—that is the minimum in our database for a workable setup, not a challenge to crowd fish. Aim to hold 77–86°F and pH 6–7.5 without daily drama. These fish use the Bottom zone most, so put wood, plants, or open water there accordingly.

What Do Pseudacanthicus sp.s Eat?

We record diet as Carnivore (live foods). Offer a few food types that match—dry, frozen, or gel—and swap now and then. One flake every day for a year is how dull color and gut trouble creep in.

Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025) Tank Mates

Temperament in the data: Aggressive. Flagged as a fin nipper, so long flowing fins and slow targets are a poor match. Scarlet Pleco; heavily armoured and aggressive with other bottom dwellers. Carnivorous; needs meaty diet. Plug your full stock list into the stocking calculator—single-species compatibility scores are hints, not a whole-tank verdict.

Are Pseudacanthicus sp.s Good for Beginners?

Not where we would send a brand-new keeper. Get a few wins under your belt with hardier fish first.

Building a community? Run the full list through the stocking calculator before you add anything else.

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