Dwarf Suckermouth
Otocinclus vittatus
Also known as: Algae Eater, Algae Scraper, Common Oto, Common Otocinclus, Dwarf Sucker, Dwarf Sucking Catfish, Janitor Fish, Midget Sucker Fish, Oto Cat, Oto Dwarf Suckermouth, Otocinclus Catfish, Otos, Otto, Pygmy Suckermouth, Sucker-mouthed Catfish, Sucking Catfish
- Algae Eater
- Algae Scraper
- Common Oto
- Common Otocinclus
- Dwarf Sucker
- Dwarf Sucking Catfish
- Janitor Fish
- Midget Sucker Fish
- Oto Cat
- Oto Dwarf Suckermouth
- Otocinclus Catfish
- Otos
- Otto
- Pygmy Suckermouth
- Sucker-mouthed Catfish
- Sucking Catfish
Overview
Found in large schools, under dense patches of vegetation, or around meadow rafts, in creeks, rivers, and streams of lowland areas.
Widespread South America
A freshwater fish often seen in the aquarium trade, often used as cleaners/algae eaters in the tank.
These fish are able to breathe air and also have suction on their lips so they can move around feeding while being stuck to an object.
How to identify
Habitat & where to find it
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Found in large schools, under dense patches of vegetation, or around meadow rafts, in creeks, rivers, and streams of lowland areas.
Adult photos 1
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