Oto

[GP]

What exactly is an oto, whats the full and scientific name, and if possible does anyone have pics of them?

 

[Lithril]

Oto stands for Otocinclus, with the most common being Otocinclus affinis, do a web search on google and you'll get plenty of pictures. They're a type of catfish a hence I'm pretty sure they're strictly freshwater. They make a good clean up crew but need to be kept in groups of at least 4 so you need to make sure that you're tank can accomodate this number of extra fish. Personally I feel that if you're going for a FW tank and want a clean up crew you're better off getting an Ancistrus (Bristlenose Pleco).

 

[diVer]

Take a look at the 2nd round of FOTM, there is a pic of one of my otos in it.

 

[Wyld-Fyre]

Sorry GodricPuffer, but I don't think you have the tank capacity to hold Oto's. Are you thinking of getting a bigger tank?

Oto's also like a settled tank, especially one with algal growth.

If you're thinking of getting some....good choice!