Otocinclus Catfish Care Guide
Otocinclus affinis
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Bioload Score
1600
PeacefulModerate
- Max Size
- 5 cm / 2"
- Temperature
- 21–26°C (70–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 40L (11 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Primarily grazes on algae and aufwuchs, supplemented by vegetable matter and sinking foods.
Community Compatibility
Suitable tankmates include small peaceful tetras, rasboras, pencilfish, Corydoras, small livebearers and other gentle community species.
Good to Know
Otocinclus Catfish are often sold as Otocinclus affinis, although that name is frequently applied in the aquarium trade to several very similar Otocinclus species.
Gender Differences
Females are generally broader-bodied and slightly larger than males, especially when viewed from above.
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