Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Otocinclus

Otocinclus (Otiocinclus spec.)

Synonyms:	Pygmy Sucker Catfish	(Click to enlarge) (Click to enlarge) Images courtesy of Mia Woodman
Stats:	Adult Size: 1 1/2 " (3.75 cm) Temp: 72-77 F (22-25 C) Tank: 24 " (60 cm) minimum
Requirements:	Wood, and live plants a must. Kind of flighty, so hiding places also appreciated.
Diet:	Algae, this species loves diatom (soft brown) algae. Will also eat algae wafers, shrimp pellets and veggies.
Breeding:	Not much known. Assume current needed.
Sociability:	Groups of at least 3, peaceful with almost everything. Sometimes has problems if no longer able to eat algae. Can resort to sucking on other fish, rarely.
Related Spec:	...
Special Info:	This species thrives in a planted tank, and stays very small.