Room For One Oto?

[celaeno]

based on my stocking level, do i have room for one oto?

how hardy are they?

do they produce a lot of waste?

is there a hardier alternative for a small, good algae eater that would fit?

 

[Fella]

Ottos should be kept in groups of threes.

The best algae eater on the market is called a "Mag-float".

I would say yes, you have room, but if you want something to get rid of your algae, then you're better using elbow grease.

 

[Torrean]

danios prefer larger tanks...and albino cories get to three inches i think. Neither is really a great choice for a ten gallon. If possible think about returning your fish to an lfs and rethinking your stocking list. You could get pygmy cories which only get around 1 inch. That would free up a lot of space...maybe enough for the three ottos you want. =)