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Otocinclus
About Otocinclus
Otocinclus catfish is a fish from the Loricarioidei family. This small fish tends to move more quietly and slowly. In addition, it is very peaceful and friendly with other types of fish. On the other hand, Otocinclus belongs to a group of herbivorous fishes that feed on algae wafers, spirulina flakes, and chopped vegetables.
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Common Name
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Dwark sucker, Otos
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Conservation Status
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Extinct (EX)
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Otocinclus
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Species
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Otocinclus
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Genus
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Otocinclus
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SubFamily
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Psittacinae
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Family
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Loricariidae
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SuperFamily
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Loricarioidea
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SubOrder
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Loricarioidei
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Order
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Siluriformes
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Class
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Actinopterygii
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Phylum
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Chordata
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Characteristics
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Get to know the traits and characteristics of the Otocinclus |
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Color
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White
Brown
Golden Yellow
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Pattern
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Spotted
Striped
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Characteristics
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Elongated bodies
Dorsal Fins
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Tank Level
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Bottom |
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Min Height
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1.5 Inches or 1 meters |
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Max Height
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2 Inches or 1 meters |
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Specific Information
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Detailed information that may be more specific than physically visible characteristics. |
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Spinal Column
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Vertebrata |
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Vision Systems
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Ultraviolet Vision
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Animal Care
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This term covers all aspects of animal care. |
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Maintenance
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easy |
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Temperature
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70°F to 79°F |
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Substrate
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Plant Substrate
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Minimum Tank Size
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10 gallons |
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pH
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6.0 to 7.5 |
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Temperament, Personality, and Feeding Habits
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Learn more about the characteristics of the Otocinclus including personality, temperament, and feeding behaviors. |
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Intelligence
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Medium |
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Feeding habits
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Omnivores
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Temperament
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Calm
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Modes of Locomotion
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Paddling
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Energy Level
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High Energy |
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Life Cycle and Reproduction
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Each type of animal has a different life cycle, here are details about the Otocinclus. |
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Lifespan
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5 Years |
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Reproductive System
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Oviparous
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Animal Habitat, Ecosystem, Native Area
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Things to know about the natural environment of animals where they live and survive, and the distribution of populations across different regions. |
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Habitat
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Aquatic |
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Ecosystem
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Freshwater
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Country
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Argentina
Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)
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