Species profile
Otocinclus Algae Eater
Otocinclus sp.Otocinclus Algae Eater (Otocinclus sp.) is a schooling community species for a cycled 15+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 2 inches as an adult, 72-78°F water, pH 6-7.5, and advanced care. Keep a group of at least 6; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningAdvanced care
15 galMinimum tank
2 inAdult size
6Schooling minimum
72-78°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6-7.5
- GH
- 2-12 dGH
- KH
- 1-8 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- herbivore/biofilm
- Diet difficulty
- 4/5
- Care difficulty
- 4/5
Planning Notes
Biofilm grazer that does best in a mature tank with steady natural grazing and clean stable water.
This species may need live, frozen, fresh, or otherwise specialized foods.
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