{"product_id":"riesen-otocinclus-hypoptopoma-gulare","title":"Giant Otocinclus – Hypoptopoma gulare","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eThe Giant Otocinclus (\u003cem data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eHypoptopoma gulare\u003c\/em\u003e) is an exceptional, rare wild-caught specimen from the Amazon region in Peru and Brazil. It resembles the well-known Otocinclus species but grows significantly larger and more robust. With its gentle, light brown body markings and its calm, steady movement along the aquarium panes, it is a fascinating fish to observe – ideal for natural South American aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eHypoptopoma gulare\u003c\/em\u003e grows to about 7–8 cm and is one of the most peaceful armored catfish of all. It lives in groups, preferring oxygen-rich, soft water and a gentle current. As an effective grazer, it provides valuable services in algae control in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Keeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1126\"\u003eFish size:\u003c\/strong\u003e L (5–7 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1140\"\u003e🌎 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru \u0026amp; Brazil (Amazon region) – wild-caught\u003cbr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003epH-value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, schooling fish (from 4–5 animals)\u003cbr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 120 l, with current, roots, plants \u0026amp; sand substrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1453\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eHypoptopoma gulare\u003c\/em\u003e feeds predominantly on growth, algae, and vegetable matter. In the aquarium, it also accepts spirulina, algae wafers, vegetable chips, blanched spinach, zucchini, or cucumber. Supplementarily, frozen food such as Cyclops or Artemia can be offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eA well-planted, oxygen-rich aquarium with fine substrate and a gentle current provides ideal living conditions. A group of several fish displays particularly natural, interesting behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1958\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eThe Giant Otocinclus (\u003cem data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eHypoptopoma gulare\u003c\/em\u003e) is a peaceful, rare wild-caught fish and a useful algae eater – perfect for lovers of natural South American aquariums and fans of calm, social catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562749976909,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/9148_56b41a8cc86947b884f5fe5cc46bf4c5.jpg?v=1773958403","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/riesen-otocinclus-hypoptopoma-gulare","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}