Otocinclus Otocinclus affinis
Water: Freshwater
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Overview
Scientific name
Otocinclus affinis
Origin region
South America
Care level
intermediate
Level in tank
bottom
Adult size (cm)
4.00
Minimum tank (L)
60
Temperament
peaceful
Diet
herbivore
Water parameters
Temperature (°C)
22.0–26.0
pH
6.00–7.50
GH (dGH)
2.0–15.0
KH (dKH)
1.0–8.0
Habitat & environment
South America
Feeding
herbivore
Temperament & behaviour
peaceful
Breeding & care
Difficult to breed in home tanks.
Notes
Needs established algae/biofilm.