Can Otocinclus Catfish live with Pom Pom Crab?
Caution — with care
Why
- Pom Pom Crab hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Otocinclus Catfish, especially at night.
Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 7–7.5 — aim there.
Side-by-side
| Otocinclus Catfish | Pom Pom Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–10 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 1.5" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 5 gal |
Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.
How to make it work
- Only combine with fast, mid/top-water fish and give the tankmates plenty of escape routes.
Sort it with: GH remineraliser
Where to buy
- Otocinclus Catfish: buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
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