{"product_id":"algae-eating-otocinclus-catfish-3-or-6-pack","title":"Algae-Eating Otocinclus Catfish – 3 or 6 Pack","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAlgae-Eating Otocinclus Catfish – 3 Pack or 6 Pack\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtocinclus Catfish are small, peaceful freshwater algae grazers that make an excellent addition to established community and planted aquariums. These hardworking little catfish spend much of their time grazing on soft green algae, brown diatoms, biofilm, plant leaves, driftwood, rocks, and aquarium glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtocinclus are social fish that feel safest when kept in groups. The 3-pack is best for adding to an existing school, while the 6-pack is the better choice when starting a new group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3 Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes three Otocinclus Catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes six Otocinclus Catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFish Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOtocinclus\u003c\/em\u003e species\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Otocinclus Catfish or Oto Catfish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 gallons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six or more\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–79°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbivore and omnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom and aquarium surfaces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreshwater Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtocinclus Catfish should be introduced to a mature, fully cycled freshwater aquarium containing established algae and biofilm. Newly established or extremely clean aquariums may not provide enough natural food to support them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide live plants, driftwood, smooth rocks, shaded areas, and plenty of surfaces for grazing. Stable water parameters and excellent water quality are essential because Otocinclus can be sensitive to sudden changes, ammonia, nitrite, and high nitrate levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural aquarium algae should not be their only source of food. Supplement their diet with quality algae wafers, spirulina-based foods, blanched zucchini, cucumber, and other aquarium-safe vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace food where the Otocinclus can easily reach it and monitor the group to make sure every fish is eating. A healthy Otocinclus should have a gently rounded belly rather than a thin or sunken appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtocinclus Catfish are compatible with most peaceful freshwater community species, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTetras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuppies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeaceful gouramis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDwarf shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshwater snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid keeping them with large, highly aggressive, territorial, or predatory fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAcclimation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the aquarium lights dim or turned off during acclimation. Gradually acclimate the fish to the aquarium’s temperature and water conditions, and never add shipping water to the main aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the fish time to settle after introduction. Temporary hiding, reduced activity, or lighter coloration can occur while they adjust to their new environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuarantine and Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are supplied through SAQ Chicago and may ship within an approximately 14-day quarantine window, depending on their current stage of quarantine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive-Fish Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive fish ship by FedEx Priority Overnight for a flat $39.99 livestock shipping charge. Orders containing $300 or more in qualifying live animals receive free live-animal shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive-animal orders ship Monday through Wednesday to reduce the risk of weekend carrier delays. Customers will receive tracking information once the order has shipped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Arrival and DOA Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour fish are protected by our Live Arrival Guarantee. Please inspect all livestock immediately upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny dead-on-arrival claim must be submitted within 12 hours of the carrier-recorded delivery time. Clear photographs showing the affected animal outside of the shipping water must be included with the claim. Please do not discard the animal or its packaging until the claim has been reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted after the 12-hour reporting window or without the required photographs may not qualify for coverage. Please review our complete Live Arrival Guarantee before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Shop With Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully coordinated livestock orders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtective insulated packaging appropriate for current weather conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriority Overnight live-animal shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive Arrival and DOA protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport with acclimation, compatibility, feeding, and ongoing care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersonal service from experienced aquarium keepers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Livestock Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product photographs are representative of the fish you will receive. Natural size, coloration, pattern, and appearance may vary between individual fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are freshwater fish and must never be placed in a saltwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWA","offers":[{"title":"3 Pack","offer_id":53459377946933,"sku":"Otocinclus-3pack","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Pack","offer_id":53459377979701,"sku":"Otocinclus-6pack","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/2252\/7285\/files\/Untitled_design_6__92941.webp?v=1788485763","url":"https:\/\/infinityandbeyondaquatics.com\/products\/algae-eating-otocinclus-catfish-3-or-6-pack","provider":"Infinity and Beyond Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}