The exact
locality in Brazil is not known at the present time (Jan. 2005).
Similar to A.
spilotus.
There is also an albino variety of this species. The
differences are noted herebetween the Aspidoras
and Corydoras genera. Eye: very small in Aspidoras
small in Corydoras. Body shape: smaller size and
body shape in Aspidoras compared to the much more bulkier
Corydoras. Head: smaller head shape in Aspidoras
compared with Corydoras. Aspidoras posses a duel fontanel
bone structure in skull whereas Corydoras have only the one
larger fontanel. Aquarium Care: With all
of this genus they are best kept in groups of six or more and are
best housed with small fishes that are not aggressive. Provide a
planted area in the tank for cover and include a soft substrate
such as sand or small rounded gravel. Diet: Flake,
tablet foods, small live and frozen foods. Remarks:
Many species of Aspidoras are difficult to tell apart unless
there is catchment information available.
