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Corydoras venezuelanus Ihering, 1911

 

Image contributors to this species:

Vedran Stincic (1) Julian Dignall (1) Allan James (1) Tobias Koch (3) John Bradley (1)

ScotCat Sources:

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Relevant Information:

Although this species is still considered as a synonym of Corydoras aeneus by science, it is recognised in the hobby as a true species. Its overall size is far smaller and it's shape and colour pattern clearly distinguish it from C. aeneus. Lineage: Placed in Lineage 7 alongside other members of the so called "aeneus group" with the designated type species: C. eques. A revision in the future would constitute the resurrection of the genus name Osteogaster (Cope, 1871). 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:

Venezuela Cory

Synonyms:

None

Family:

Callichthyidae

Distribution:

South America: Venezuela, Carabobo Rio Cabriales, Valencia.

Size:

Males 5.0cm, (2¼ins) Females (5.5cm (2½ins)

Temp:

20-25°C (67-77°F)

p.H.

6.0-7.2.

Reference:

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



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