L155, Spiny Pleco, Porcupine Pleco Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping L155, Spiny Pleco, Porcupine Pleco in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: advanced
• Temperament: territorial
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 750 gallons (2800 liters) for a single adult
• Compatibility: Best kept alone or with very large, robust, and fast-moving fish that occupy the upper water column. Avoid keeping with smaller or slow-moving bottom dwellers due to potential territorial aggression and predation.
• Special requirements: Requires a very large aquarium with strong filtration and high oxygenation. Abundant hiding places such as large caves, PVC pipes, and driftwood are essential. A sand or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Excellent water quality is paramount, necessitating frequent large water changes. Due to their size and territorial nature, they are not suitable for most home aquariums.

Water parameters

Temperature

24-28°C (75-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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