Otocinclus Catfish known as Otto Cats, otos, or dwarf suckermouth catfish
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Even if your aquarium has an algae problem, Otocinclus Catfish are a great addition. Common names for dwarf suckermouth catfish include Otto Cats, otos, and dwarf suckermouth catfish. These fish thrive on the algae that forms on aquarium glass, plants, and decorations. Their voracious appetite for algae makes them an effective cleaning crew, and they are widely recognized as one of the best algae-eating fish in the world. Since these fish are native to South American rivers, they do best in aquariums with strong currents (which can be created with efficient water filters or power heads), adequate filtration, and sufficient circulation.
Otocinclus Catfish are easily recognizable thanks to the rows of armor-like plating along their bodies. Patterns of interest are often seen on their bodies, and the colors they use are typically neutrals like browns, grays, and blacks. Because of this, we sell them in sets of three and five fish because they do so well in schools. There is a chance that these tiny catfish could grow to be about 2 inches long. Due to their sociability and lack of aggression, they can be housed in the same tank as shrimp and snails without any problems.
References
Albino Bushy Nose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.) is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishesAsian Stone Mini Catfish (Hara jerdoni) Their small size makes them perfect for small tanks - they only grow to a maximum of 1 1/2 inches in length
Banjo Catfish (Bunocephalus coracoideus) this catfish is popular because of its strange appearance
Bristlenose Pleco (Ancistrus sp.) is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishes
Corydoras sterbai (Sterba's Corydoras) are among the most popular of the numerous currently known species within the Corydora classification
L134 Leopard Frog the Imperial Tiger Pleco (Peckoltia compta) is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth
L201 Snowball Pleco (Hypancistrus inspector) also known as the Orinoco Angel Pleco, is a member of the Loricariidae family of South American suckermouth catfishes
L333 King Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.) is primarily nocturnal, but will often become active during daytime hours once established in an aquarium with plenty of driftwood, rockwork
L340 Mega Clown AKA Imperial Tiger Pleco (Hypancistrus sp.)
Otocinclus Catfish known as Otto Cats, otos, or dwarf suckermouth catfish
Panda Cory Catfish (Corydoras panda) is a very animated, distinctively marked schooling fish that is perfect for the community and planted aquarium
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