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Otocinclus cocama
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| Zebra Otocinclus | |
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| Zebra Otocinclus | |
| Species | Otocinclus cocama |
| Family | Loricariidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 56.781 liters 56,781.177 mL 15 US Gallons (56.8L) |
| Size | 1.969 in
4-5 cm (1.6-2") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 293.706 K 20.556 °C 528.67 °R 297.039 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:2 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
3-6 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Zebra Otocinclus
[edit] Sexing
- Difficult to sex, mature females are slightly more plump in the belly than males.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- A peaceful little catfish, likes company of its own kind, keep in groups of 3 or more. Do not keep with aggressive or predatory fish.
[edit] Diet
- Will mostly graze on algae around the tank. Supplement with algae wafers and blanched vegetables.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Supplement when needed.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- Will do best in a planted tank with large leafed plants and flat rock surfaces such as slate, needs algae present to thrive. These fish are sensitive to water quality problems, mature stable tanks are best. Does not appreciate very bright lights, will be active after dark.
[edit] Behaviour
- Entirely peaceful social fish, will keep themselves to themselves as long as they are in reasonable group sizes. Kept alone they will be very shy and reclusive.
[edit] Identification
- Same body shape as other Otocinclus, differs in colour with striking black and white blotches/bands.
