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Can Bristlenose pleco live with Otocinclus?

Yes, usually
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Why

Bristlenose pleco and Otocinclus share water needs and temperaments that usually work together.

Keep them at 23–26 °C (73–79 °F) and pH 6–7.5. Plan at least 100 liters (26 gallons), with one Bristlenose pleco and a group of 6+ Otocinclus.

Bristlenose plecoOtocinclus
Adult size13 cm4.5 cm
Temperature23–27 °C21–26 °C
pH6–7.86–7.5
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Smallest tank100 L60 L

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