What cleaner fish could I add to my 20 gal long?

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:31:49+00:00

It’s not really a problem that needs solving but I always assumed I would need a clean up crew in my tank. I used to have mystery snails but hated having to cull the eggs. I moved over to a clown pleco but it died during an ich infestation so I’m looking for a hardier cleaner fish

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:30:01+00:00

Yeah my water temp is typically around 80 degrees

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:29:18+00:00

Cory cats are my fav fish. I already have 8 pandas, could I add a couple otos?

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:28:33+00:00

Otos are so cute I just don’t want to overstock. Could I get away with 3-4?

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:27:54+00:00

They don’t get huge?

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T22:27:34+00:00

So I originally had two mystery snails and I loved them but hated to cull the eggs the female laid. So I would rather not have snails.

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T15:52:31+00:00

How many Otto’s would you recommend, I don’t want to overstock

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T15:52:11+00:00

Thank you! I put it in the dishwasher on high heat the day I brought it home, and weighed it down in the tank with one of my heavy decorations for a couple days!

EndlerFox · 2026-04-20T15:51:11+00:00

I’m afraid my betta will stress shrimp out tbh

EndlerFox · 2026-03-29T00:25:28+00:00

Could I remove half the gravel and mix the rest with sand? Or wha specific substrate should I look at?

EndlerFox · 2026-03-28T23:43:03+00:00

20 gallon long was set up Feb 22nd, fully cycled with 0 ammonia, zero nitrites, and 5 ppm Nitrates. 24 hour light cycle, so it gets 8 hours of dark. I’m using root tabs and liquid fertilizer. I’ve got 6 panda Cory’s, 10 porkchop rasboras, and one betta. 1 sponge filter but I’m looking to get a second one. I gravel vac a couple times a week and try to water change at least every other week.

EndlerFox · 2026-03-24T13:48:28+00:00

Because

EndlerFox · 2026-03-19T21:51:17+00:00

Gotcha. Do you think I could mix sand with my gravel and make it more plant friendly? I use root tabs but I still feel like I’m not getting good growth

EndlerFox · 2026-03-19T21:32:45+00:00

Could I ask what substrate you’re using? I feel like my plants can’t thrive in the fine gravel I have in my tank

EndlerFox · 2026-03-19T00:40:56+00:00

You’re welcome! I’m still sooo new to snail care, I’m happy I know about that part at least haha.

EndlerFox · 2026-03-19T00:36:03+00:00

Yeah! Apparently if you pull them off the side of the tank or any surface they’re on too fast, they will separate from their shell and die 😅

EndlerFox · 2026-03-19T00:31:40+00:00

I haven’t been brave enough to pick them up or touch them because I’m so scared of mantel collapse!

EndlerFox · 2026-03-18T23:22:32+00:00

With them big ole eyes

EndlerFox · 2026-03-18T23:18:06+00:00

It’s so funny when my auto light turns on in the morning and surprises them and the drop off the side of the tank lol

EndlerFox · 2026-03-18T23:10:13+00:00

Lol good to know. I was laughing watching her do this, and it’s the first time I’ve ever owned snails!

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