Breeding. Otocinclus catfish have been bred in tanks. They breed in a similar fashion to Corydoras, the female rushes around pursued by her male and lays groups of 3-6 eggs on plant leaves, bogwood or even the aquarium glass.
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Dec. 14, 2020 · Otocinclus do not typically mate easily but a high protein diet can influence your fish into mating. Daphnia, algae wafers, and brine shrimp are all excellent food choices when you wish to breed your Otocinclus. Your mating tank should be at least 80 liters (20 gallons) to be able to hold all the soon-to-be-born fry.
Breeding: Difficult
Tank size (minimum): 10 gallons (~40 liters)
Optimal GH: 4 – 12
Optimal KH: 3 – 10
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Jul. 16, 2019 · Breeding otocinclus catfish is not an easy task. As such, tank conditions, the size, spawning behavior, and breeding environment are essential ...
Breeding Otocinclus. These aren't the easiest fish to breed in captivity, but it can be done. It all depends on how picky your fish ...
Overview · Appearance · Habitat and Tank Conditions · Otocinclus Tank Mates
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
Tank Set-Up: Freshwater- sandy substrate with caves
Care Level: Easy
Size: 1-2 inches
Gender, Breeding, and Reproductive Considerations. Since Otocinclus females produce less than 10 eggs per cycle, you might think they are a good species to try ...
Water Flow Rate: Slow moving, high in oxygen content
Aquarium Salt Recommendations: Best to avoid aquarium salt
Hardness: Soft
Temperature: 70 – 78 degrees Fahrenheit
The male and female will also form a "T" position in midwater. This is basically the male causing the female to release eggs from her vent and hold them with her ...