Are otos known for dissapearing?

[tevinvto]

I have had 3 and they all died but 2 of them I have no idea what happened. I also went to my LFS and one lady said she lost 5! Is this just a coincidence or are they just very fragile to take care of?

 

[blert]

They are somewhat known for not taking to prepared foods very well. When there is no more algae to eat they can starve to death.

 

[Borderlesscott]

They only do well in well established tanks and in groups, also very picky about food - I've never seen any of my 5 feed on an algae wafer though they will eat cucumber occasionally when I put some in for my Clown Pleco. Well known for not lasting to long in unsuitable aquariums.

 

[bigbanker]

They are very well known for not being the hardiest of fish.

Typically an aquarium that has been running for some time and has good water is a good match for them

 

[tevinvto]

Okay thanks guys! That explains alot! I've never given fresh veggies before. What veggies will work? And how much?

 

[bigbanker]

Squash, cucumbers, lettuce, peas

 

[tevinvto]

Thanks so much! Hope this will make my fish feel healthier!