Sterbai Cory (2.5 CM)
£6.60
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Sterba’s corydoras (Corydoras sterbai) is a small, popular species of freshwater armored catfish native to the upper Rio Guaporé basin in Brazil and Bolivia.
20 in stock
Description
Overview & Appearance
- Scientific Name: Corydoras sterbai (recently split into Hoplisoma sterbai by some taxonomists)
- Size: Grows up to 2.5 to 2.7 inches (5 to 6.8 cm)
- Appearance: Features a dark brown to black body covered in light white or cream-colored spots, distinct white spots on a dark head pattern, and bright orange-to-yellow pectoral and ventral fins.
- Lifespan: Typically 3 to 4 years (or longer with optimal care).
- Name Origin: Named in honor of Professor Dr. Günther Sterba, a renowned German ichthyologist.
Aquarium Care Requirements
- Temperament: Extremely peaceful, active bottom-dweller.
- Schooling: Must be kept in a group or school of at least 5 to 6 individuals to feel secure and display natural behavior.
- Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons (75 liters) recommended for a small group.
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 70°F – 77°F (21°C – 25°C)
- pH Level: 6.0 – 8.0
- Water Hardness: 2° to 25° dH [1]
- Substrate: Requires fine sand or smooth, rounded gravel to prevent damage to their sensitive barbels (whiskers) while scavenging.
- Diet: Omnivorous. They accept sinking pellets, shrimp pellets, frozen foods like bloodworms, and quality flakes that reach the bottom. Note that they are not efficient algae eaters or general detritivores and need targeted feeding.
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