Otocinclus CatFish

Otocinclus CatFish is a freshwater fish belonging to the catfish and are known to come in 22 different species.

These little fish can reach a length of 2 inches and come in a variety of colors, with a typical brown stripe running horizontally down their body.

Otocinclus CatFish are calm, timid fish that are well-liked by aquarists for their propensity to consume algae.

 Although these fish are calm, they cannot coexist in a tank with other fish that are huge, aggressive, or predatory.

The gentle pet can be a wonderful addition to your aquarium. These tiny catfish are not aggressive and won’t go after other fish in your tank.

With the Otocinclus Catfish, you can safely increase the population of your tank without running the risk of aggressive displays.

I. Size

• Average Adult Size: 1 1/2 – 2 inches
• Maximum Adult Size: 2 inches
• Swimming Level: A few centimeters above the bottom.

II. You would love the fish because…

A calm fish, the otocinclus catfish prefers to stick with its friends in school. They are the ideal fish because of their ability to clean and maintain composure.

Your aquarium glass will be cleaned by otocinclus catfish, but they adore cleaning plants. They are excellent at delicately cleaning your plants, and your catfish will eat any dirt on the leaves to keep them happy and healthy. These fish are especially fantastic in tanks with shrimp or baby fish.

Although the Otocinclus Catfish has wonderful characteristics that can improve any tank, you should use caution when buying these fish from the market.

III. Is this fish species peaceful or hostile?

• Recommended: 3 or 4
• Overall friendliness : Peaceful
• Friendliness with own kind: Peaceful
• Friendliness with other species: Peaceful

IV. Species compatibility

• Boraras
• Cory cats
• Dwarf Gouramis
• Neon Tetras
• Rasbora

V. How to feed this species?

An Otocinclus feeds on the accumulation of soft algae that grows on the tank’s hard surfaces. For this reason, it’s crucial to ensure that the tank is clean but not “too clean.” Supplements like algae wafers and even some fresh vegetables like green zucchini slices are examples of otocinclus food.

Recommended food:

• WA Bottom Dwellers Feed Sinking Pellets
• Hallofeed Micro Feed Fish Food Sinking Granules Fish

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