Can Otocinclus Live With Angelfish?
Otocinclus Catfish and Angelfish may coexist with careful monitoring, adequate space, and hiding spots.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Otocinclus | Angelfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–79°F | 75–86°F | 76–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 2" | 5.9" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 40 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Otocinclus + Angelfish
To keep Otocinclus and Angelfish together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Otocinclus should be kept in a school of 6+. Angelfish should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Otocinclus
Otocinclus spp.
The Otocinclus (Otocinclus spp.) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its brown-gray, dark lateral stripe coloration. Small algae eater. Surfaces.
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Pterophyllum scalare
The Angelfish (Pterophyllum scalare) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its silver, black stripes (many color variants) coloration. Iconic tall-bodied cichlid. Mid.
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