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This species is said to occupy the same or overlapping geographic areas with C. crypticus and in some quarters there is a thought that they are one and the same variable species. There are variations in colour pattern including small spots and blotches in certain individuals. Lineage: Placed in Lineage 8 sub clade 4 which comprises the "intermediate long-snouts" with deeper bodies. It also includes Brochis in sub-clade 1 which was synonymised with Corydoras by Britto in 2003 but in time there will be a revision which will resurrect Brochis (Cope, 1871) to full genera again. Aquarium Care: This is akin to most of this genus, very peaceful, and would be best housed with small to medium tank mates such as Tetras, Rasboras and Danios or in a species tank for breeding purposes. Best to purchase 6 individuals or more as they will be happier in a group. Diet: A good quality flake food and tablet food for adults with sporadic feedings of frozen or live food will keep your Corydoras in good health.

Amanda's Cory

None

Callichthyidae

South America: Brazil, Rio Miuã system of streams, possibly the Uarinabe stream (Miuã system), 10-12 kilometers away from its confluence of the Upper Negro River.

Male: 6.0cm (2¼ins) Female: 6.5cm (2½ins)

22-25°C (71-77°F)

6.5-7.2.

Alexandrou, Markos & Taylor, Martin. (2011). Evolution, ecology and taxonomy of the Corydoradinae revisited.
Ian A. M. Fuller & Hans-Georg Evers (2011). Identifying Corydoradinae Catfish Supplement 1. Ian Fuller Enterprises.
www.corydorasworld.com