Otocinclus Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a Otocinclus share its water (72-79°F, pH 6-7.5), suit its peaceful temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten.
Best tank mates
Neon Tetra
Compatible · 10 gal+
Cardinal Tetra
Compatible · 20 gal+
Ember Tetra
Compatible · 10 gal+
Guppy
Compatible · 10 gal+
Endler's Livebearer
Compatible · 10 gal+
Platy
Compatible · 10 gal+
Honey Gourami
Compatible · 10 gal+
German Blue Ram
Compatible · 20 gal+
Bronze Corydoras
Compatible · 20 gal+
Panda Corydoras
Compatible · 20 gal+
Pygmy Corydoras
Compatible · 10 gal+
Zebra Danio
Compatible · 10 gal+
Avoid these
Angelfish
Not recommended
Discus
Not recommended
Kribensis
Not recommended
Yoyo Loach
Not recommended
Convict Cichlid
Not recommended
Electric Yellow Cichlid
Not recommended
Pictus Catfish
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a Otocinclus?
Neon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Ember Tetra, Guppy, Endler's Livebearer and similar peaceful species.
What should not be kept with a Otocinclus?
Angelfish, Discus, Kribensis, Yoyo Loach and other incompatible species.
More on this species: Otocinclus full care guide · tank size · temperature · pH & hardness · tank mates