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Marbled Otocinclus (Hisonotus paulinus)
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| Marbled Otocinclus | |
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| Marbled Oto | |
| Species | Hisonotus paulinus |
| Family | Loricariidae |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 37.854 liters 37,854.118 mL 10 US Gallons (37.9L) |
| Size | 1.575 in
3.5-4 cm (1.4-1.6") |
| sg | Freshwater |
| pH | 6.5 - 7.5 |
| Temp. | 297.15 K 75.2 °F 534.87 °R 295.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
8-20 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 2:3 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
2-5 years |
| Habitat | |
Contents |
[edit] Alternative names
- Marbled Otocinclus
[edit] Synonyms
- Otocinclus paulinus
[edit] Sexing
- Females will be broader when viewed from above.
[edit] Tank compatibility
- Peaceful algae-eater, will flourish in a well planted tank with algae present, peaceful tank mates and hiding places.
[edit] Diet
- Keep in a tank well stocked with algae for them to graze on. Will also eat catfish discs and blanched vegetables.
[edit] Feeding regime
- Twice a day if necessary, will graze all day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- A spacious well planted mature tank is best. Prefers rounded gravel to sand. No strong currents.
[edit] Behaviour
- Peaceful fish that will mind it's own business.
[edit] Identification
- Fairly nondescript little fish. Elongated and mottled dark grey in colour. Similar to Otocinclus in shape.
