Otocinclus Affinis

Otocinclus affinis

Difficulty (1-5): 3/5

Description

One of the most commonly sold otos, a tireless grazer of soft algae film on leaves and glass. Best kept in a group in an established, algae-bearing tank.

Key facts

  • Diet: Herbivore
  • Swimming level: Bottom
  • Adult size, cm: 5 cm
  • Temperament: Peaceful
  • Minimum group size: 6
  • Minimum tank, L: 40 L

Water test requirements

  • pH: 6 – 8
  • Temperature: 21 – 27 °C
  • General Hardness (GH): 5 – 19 °dGH
  • Nitrate (NO3): ≤ 20 mg/L

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Otocinclus Affinis