Description
Red Fin Cactus Pleco (L24) – Fiery Fins, Armored Elegance
The Red Fin Cactus Pleco (L24) is a dramatic and highly sought-after species, renowned for its armored body and vivid reddish-orange fins that pop against its dark, spiny form. With bold coloration and a fierce yet majestic look, this pleco brings a touch of the wild Amazon to your aquarium.
Native to the Rio Tocantins in Brazil, the L24 prefers a spacious, oxygen-rich environment with strong current and plenty of rocky hiding spots. While peaceful toward most tank mates, it may be territorial with other bottom dwellers. This carnivorous species feeds primarily on protein-rich foods and requires a varied diet for optimal health and coloration.
Key Features:
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L-number: L24
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Common Name: Red Fin Cactus Pleco
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Coloration: Dark, armored body with brilliant red to orange fins
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Temperament: Semi-aggressive with other plecos; generally peaceful with mid- and upper-level fish
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Size: Can reach 12–15 inches
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Tank Requirements: Minimum 100 gallons with high flow, excellent filtration, and plenty of cover
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Diet: Carnivorous—feeds on meaty sinking pellets, shrimp, mussels, and occasional algae wafers
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Compatibility: Best with robust, peaceful tank mates; avoid housing with small or delicate species
The Red Fin Cactus Pleco (L24) is a bold centerpiece fish for serious aquarists seeking both beauty and presence in a large, well-maintained aquarium. Its striking appearance and dynamic behavior make it a true standout in any collection.
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Local Delivery
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
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🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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