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Corydoras sp. (C085) |
Image contributors to this species: |
Zhou Hang (1) |
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Relevant Information: |
Although given the common name of "Mega meta" it it more close to C. melini. This species was given the C-number of C085 in the September edition of the German Datz magazine of 2002. Lineage: Placed in Lineage 9, the "short-snouted" species with the designated type species: C. punctatus. A revision in the future would constitute the resurrection of the genus name Hoplosopma (Agassiz, 1846). Aquarium Care: This is akin to most of this genus, very peaceful, and would be best housed with small to medium sized tankmates 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: Readily accepts a mixed and varied diet which includes granular foods, tablet food, frozen bloodworm and a good quality flake. |
Common Name: |
C085, "Mega metae" |
Synonyms: |
None |
Family: |
Callichthyidae |
Distribution: |
South America: Peru; Rio Hualaaga. |
Size: |
Male: 5.0cm (2ins) Female: 6.0cm (2½ins) |
Temp: |
22-25°C (71-77°F) |
p.H. |
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6.0-7.2. |
Reference: |
Alexandrou, Markos
& Taylor, Martin. (2011). Evolution,
ecology and taxonomy of the Corydoradinae revisited.
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 Corydoras
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