Corydoras acutus, Image by Paul Barrow

Corydoras acutus    Cope, 1872
Synonyms: None
Common Names: Blacktop Corydoras
Other Common Names: Blacktop Catfish
Family: Callichthyidae
Continent: South America
Distribution: Ecuador, Peru
Habitat: freshwater rivers and streams
Food: live, frozen & commercial foods
Water Temperature: 24-28°C
Water Chemistry:  pH 6.0-8.0
FBAS Size:    Males [60mm]    Females [70mm]
FBAS Class: H
Temperament:  inoffensive; good community fish
Aquarium Size:  30cm or longer
Gender Differences:  females slightly plumper (see article)
Breeding: have not been bred in captivity (see article)
Additional Information: Best kept in groups of 5 or more; they need plenty of cover & hiding places.

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