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Virginiae Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras virginiae)
Virginiae Corydoras Catfish
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Virginiae Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras virginiae)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Temperament Peaceful
Color Form Black, Tan
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-79° F, dKH 2-25, pH 6.0-8.0
Max. Size 2"
Family Callichthyidae
Minimum Tank Size 20 gallons
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Care Level Easy
Temperament Peaceful
Color Form Black, Tan
Diet Omnivore
Water Conditions 72-79° F, dKH 2-25, pH 6.0-8.0
Max. Size 2"
Family Callichthyidae
Minimum Tank Size 20 gallons
Compatibility View Chart
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Virginiae Corydoras Catfish, otherwise known as the Sangama Cory inhabits the Ucayali River Basin in Peru. The Virginiae Corydoras Catfish lives in small tributaries, creeks, pools and areas of flooded forest in the wild.

An aquarium of 20 gallons or more should be provided to accommodate a minimum group of 3 to 4 Virginiae Corydoras. An aquarium set up to replicate an Amazon biotope will be appreciated. Use a soft, sandy substrate with a few dried leaves such as Beech or Oak to naturally soften the water as their tannins are released. Aquascape the aquarium with smooth edged rocks and driftwood while leaving open spaces and areas for the catfish to swim.

Virginae Corydoras Catfish are foraging omnivores and that require a well-balanced diet including quality flake food and pellets along with frozen/thawed blood worms, brine shrimp and mysis shrimp for adult specimens.

Approximate purchase size: 1-3/4" to 2-1/4”

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