[AGA-Member] Attack of the slime eating Ottocinclus

["Phil Edwards" <biotypical@hotmail.com>]

"Attack ottos" do exist, that's for sure although they're rare.  I've only 
seen them go after discus though.  My guess is the discus' nutritous coat is 
an attractive substitute for the Ottos' usual fare in an aquarium without 
much for them to eat.  The discus' don't usually swim around much or fast 
enough to dodge the speedy little Ottos.  They can be a nuisance though, if 
left too long they can strip the slime coat of the discus in a few days, 
especially if there are a number of them around.  Anything that stimulates 
the fishes' slime coat is a good preventative.

Best,
Phil


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