Can Otocinclus Live With Assassin Snail?
Otocinclus Catfish and Assassin Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Otocinclus | Assassin Snail | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–79°F | 72–81°F | 72–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 1.2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 11 gal | 5 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Otocinclus + Assassin Snail
To keep Otocinclus and Assassin Snail together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Otocinclus should be kept in a school of 6+. Assassin Snail should be kept in a school of 3+. 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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Clea helena
The Assassin Snail (Clea helena) is a beginner freshwater species known for its yellow, brown-black spiral bands coloration. Eats pest snails. Bottom to Surfaces.
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