Also: Oto, Pygmy Suckermouth Catfish, Dwarf Sucker
Similar species: O. vittatus (lacks spot)
Family: Suckermouth armored catfish, Loricariidae
Characteristic: 1.5 in (4 cm), Females are larger, rounder, stouter, and fatter than males. Breeding information
Tank and water: 10 gallons, pH 6.0 -7.0, 70-80 F (21 -26 C)
Care: Keep at least five or six specimens in well planted and brightly lit aquariums. Good algae eater. Feed plant based food, including food tablets.
Habits: Gregarious species usually found in groups near river banks where vegetation hangs into the water, in Amazonia.
Compatibility: With all small fish whose needs are identical to those of the otos.
Personal note: Can be advised for light planted aquarium, but don’t get confused, the only reason is that as they are small, they may get lost in the plants and difficult to be seen. We would recommend getting a bunch, they are cheap and small.
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I love these little guys. If you can keep them alive for a month, they are pretty hardy after that.
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