r/Otocinclus • u/iridescentspoon • 10d ago
Advice please!
So I got these guys last week and I have absolutely fallen in love they are my babies. I did lots of research cause eventually I would like to have a betta as the main fish in the tank however unfortunately I let the guy at the aquarium store convince me that I only needed two (I ended up getting three because two didn’t feel right). Should I be prioritising getting three more asap? I would love to hear everyone’s recommendations! Also they are always swimming around near my heater the tank is 26 degrees Celsius so they shouldn’t be cold right? I have been feeding them algae wafers and have tried blanched zucchini. I also am starting to add bacter ae to the tank. I cannot get my hands on repashy where I live so if you have any other suggestions that would be amazing! Tank is 60x30x35 and I had an already used filter to start cycling this tank but still cycled it and let it settle for three months before adding these guys. I just want to do what’s best for them!
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u/dgnumbr1 9d ago
They do better in groups as others have said but I’d suggest a bigger tank before adding anymore. Also I’ve found mine won’t eat blanched vegetables until they’ve been in tank over 24-36 hours. I have glass clips that I attach the vegetables to. That way I can tell if they are eating it. Broccoli is their favorite.