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Corydoras virginiae  Burgess, 1993
Image contributors to this species:
Allan James (1) Julian Dignall (1) Johnny Jensen's  Photographic Library (1) Peru Aquarium Group (2) Mark Goh (1)
ScotCat Sources:
Factsheet Etymology = Genus Etymology = species
Other Sources:
Fishbase  Google Search   All Catfish Species Inventory  Search ispecies
 
Relevant Information: Was the fourth C-number code of C004 and also known under the common names of Corydoras “zangama” and Corydoras sp. 'Miguelito. 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. 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.
Common Name: Virginia's Catfish, C004, Corydoras "Miguelito", Corydoras "zangama"
Synonyms: None
Family: Callichthyidaemblycipitidae
Distribution: South America: Peru; Rio Ucayali
Size: 6cm ( 2½ins)
Temp: 23-27°C (73-81°F)
p.H. 6.0 -7.2.
Reference: ScotCat Factsheet no. 13. July 1997.


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