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what kind of otos r these
Posted: 03 Feb 2009, 20:25
by otoguppylover
this oto is 2 inches long and at least 2 years old
these otos r hopefuly the same kind and r barly 1 inch long
plz help id them
Re: what kind of otos r these
Posted: 03 Feb 2009, 22:07
by Mike_Noren
I can't identify either with any degree of confidence, or even say with certainty that they are different species.
The first fish has a very unusual caudal spot. All species with complete pigmentation band have the spot extend into the caudal fin, but in your fish it does not. Possibly an individual of a known species but with atypical pigmentation, or possibly a member of an undescribed species.
The second fish is a member of the Otocinclus vittatus-group, which comprises a number of very similar species, several of which show up in the trade. Best guess: vittatus, but it could also be e.g. mariae.
Re: what kind of otos r these
Posted: 04 Feb 2009, 01:15
by otoguppylover
well the 2 r similar and the top pic has a water spot on it if it would help i can make a vid or take a clearer pic