Otocinclus Catfish
$5.99
Otocinclus Catfish
The Otocinclus Catfish (Otocinclus sp.), also known as the Oto Catfish, is a small, schooling species of catfish native to South America. These catfish are popular due to their algae-eating capabilities, as well as their small size.
Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons
Maximum Fish Size: 1.5 inches
Water Temperature: 72F to 82F
Ideal pH: 6.5 - 7.0
Water Hardness: 6 - 15 dGH
Temperament: Docile Schooling Species. Does best in groups of 6+. While these fish eat algae, their diet must be supplemented to prevent starvation. We recommend commercially-available algae wafers.
Unless experienced with fish-in cycling, we always suggest cycling an aquarium BEFORE adding fish. Adding fish to a fresh, un-cycled aquarium can kill them rapidly. We offer free water testing at our physical location, and advice via email or call.
The Otocinclus Catfish (Otocinclus sp.), also known as the Oto Catfish, is a small, schooling species of catfish native to South America. These catfish are popular due to their algae-eating capabilities, as well as their small size.
Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons
Maximum Fish Size: 1.5 inches
Water Temperature: 72F to 82F
Ideal pH: 6.5 - 7.0
Water Hardness: 6 - 15 dGH
Temperament: Docile Schooling Species. Does best in groups of 6+. While these fish eat algae, their diet must be supplemented to prevent starvation. We recommend commercially-available algae wafers.
Unless experienced with fish-in cycling, we always suggest cycling an aquarium BEFORE adding fish. Adding fish to a fresh, un-cycled aquarium can kill them rapidly. We offer free water testing at our physical location, and advice via email or call.
