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Corydoras sp. (CW087) |
Image contributors to this species: |
Lance Peck (2) |
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Relevant Information: |
Belongs to the so called "Elegans Group" and was collected by the image contributor. Lineage: Placed in Lineage 5. A revision in the future could involve the resurrection of the genus name Gastrodermus (Cope, 1878), with the designated type species: C. elegans. 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: |
CW087 |
Synonyms: |
None. |
Family: |
Callichthyidae |
Distribution: |
South America: Peru, Rio Madre de Dios system. Small creek on the north bank 15 km downstream from Peurto Maldonado. |
Size: |
Male: 4.5cm (1¾ins) Female: 5.0cm (2ins) |
Temp: |
22-26°C (71-79°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 sp. (CW087) |
 Corydoras
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