Can Otocinclus live with Paradise Fish? With caution
Paradise Fish may bully or stress the smaller Otocinclus — provide space and cover.
Side by side
| 🐡 Otocinclus | 🐟 Paradise Fish | |
| Adult size | 1.6" | 2.6" |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 61–79°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–8 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
Why
- Paradise Fish may bully or stress the smaller Otocinclus — provide space and cover.
- Aggressive plus peaceful pairing — monitor for stress.
How to make it work
- Paradise Fish may bully or stress the smaller Otocinclus — provide space and cover.
- Aggressive plus peaceful pairing — monitor for stress.
- Provide ample swimming space, sight breaks, and matched water parameters.