ottos

[biogirl361]

well, ever since my first one died a few months ago after only having been in the tank for 5 hours, i've been scared to try these again. But I was at the store the other day and they had what looked like a really heathy batch of them so i picked one up. he is still doing good this morning. i have my fish in a 10 gallon planted right now. my question is should I get some friends for the little guy (a couple more ottos)? how many for a 10 gallon? will they hang out together?

 

[reiverix]

There's no doubt they prefer to be in groups. I have 5 in my 75g and although they don't shoal, they do like to be within a short distance of each other. You 10g could be pushing it if you add more though. Your sig doesn't give any numbers on the tetras you have in there.

 

[biogirl361]

seven total tetras, no other fish.

 

[beviking]

It's really up to you. I have one otto in a 30gal and he seems happy and is healthy. I also have 6 in a 90gal. that look just the same. I'm no fish psychologist or anything though. I doubt one ottos will cause any serious upset in your tank. They can be finicky eaters and apparently most die from starvation. Veggies once in a while should prevent this. Mine love brussel sprouts and don't mind spinach either.

 

[biogirl361]

alright one more question... if i got a pair of blue rams (when i put my fish back in my 20 gallon), would they be okay with the ottos or would they kick their butt seeing as te rams are cichlids and all?