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False Corydoras (Aspidoras pauciradiatus)

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Stats: Adult Size: 1 1/3" (3.5 cm)
Temp: 72-77 F (22-25 C)
Tank: 24" (60 cm) minimum
Requirements: Hiding places a must, and these catfish prefer a sandy substrate with plants. Slight current.
Diet: Small live, carnivore fare. Sinking tablets and Shrimp pellets attacked with gusto.
Breeding: Breeds much like Corydoras, Cooler water is a stimulant in breeding condition. Females rounder than males. Slight current appreciated.
Sociability: Peaceful schooling fish. Prefers groups of more than 10 of its own kind. Should only be kept with other "mini fishes", or very peaceful others.
Related Spec: Aspidoras menezesi
Aspidoras raimundi
Aspidoras albater
Special Info: Commonly mistaken for a Corydoras, can be differentiated by the length of its nose and overall height to length ratio.

 

 

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