otos

[bigbanker]

I managed to convince myself that I needed some in my community tank.... but I'm finding it hard to determine their bioload. Any ideas? Also do they eat algae as adults?

 

[aqua_chem]

Otos are obligate vegetarians and will eat algae their entire lives. I personally am not a huge fan of them as I never see them and they never seem to eat much algae.


Also, fairly small bioloads IMO.

 

[bigbanker]

Good to know!! The amount of algae in my tank isn't really substantial. They don't seem to get uber large. So maybe just some funky creatures

 

[aqua_chem]

I like my SAE. The ones I have are about a year old and still eating algae, but more importantly they are extremely diligent cleaners and are entertaining to watch.

 

[mikeISright]

I had otos a while back. By far my favorite AEs ive had. They kept my tank extremely clean and work very hard. I gave them a zuchini slice every so often but the algae will suffice if u decide not to feed them fresh veggies! Definitly get these guys!

 

[Tetra1990]

I kept 2 ottos in a 5 Gallon with a female betta and a mystery snail. I know way too small of a tank and they need larger groups. But they were good cleaners. I even caught them once cleaning the snail itself!