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Midget sucker mouth catfish

Otocinclus affinis

Part of a large family of Loricariidae, the Otocinclus is one of the smallest. It is usually tan with a black peppered body. Found in rapidly moving rivers, the Otocinclus swims and moves using its sucker-type mouth.

This catfish should be housed in at least a 30 litre aquarium, with high filtration along with high aeration. A planted tank with rocks and driftwood will provide plenty of hiding spaces to prevent the fish from becoming stressed. This unique fish is an ideal candidate for the planted aquarium, as it will consume algae that grows on the leaves of plants.

A planted tank with high vegetation and some algae will sustain the Otocinclus. However, if algae are not present, supplement with a vegetable-based flake or wafer food.

Approximate Purchase Size: Medium 2cm - 4cm

Due to variations within each species, your aquatic life may not look identical to the image provided.

Midget sucker mouth catfish (Otocinclus affinis)
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Fish Statistics

Minimum Tank Size:
30 litres
Diet:
Omnivore
Origin:
South America
Temp (C):
22-27 C
Max Size:
4 cm
Family:
Loricariidae
Temperament:
Peaceful
pH:
6.8 - 7.4
Care Level:
Easy
Compatibility:
See Tank Mates Chart below

Buy Midget sucker mouth catfish

  • Medium 2 - 4cm

    • 1 to 3 - £2.80
    • 4 to 7 - £2.60
    • 8 or more items - £2.40
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