Common name: Scarlet Pleco (L025).

Species: Pseudacanthicus sp. (L025).

Habitat: South America; Amazon, Rio Xingu.

Potential size: 40cm.

Social behaviour: Peaceful community fish.

Food: Carnivore although not a predator, prawns and chopped mussel are favoured and promote good growth. Some vegetable matter should also be provided to balance the diet.