The Julii corydoras (Corydoras julii) is a freshwater fish of the family Callichthyidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The julii corydoras is a small armoured catfish (Callichthyidae) from clear streams of the lower Amazon and Parnaiba region in northeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a whitish body with two rows of bony plates and a fine pattern of black spots and lines and a dark blotch on the dorsal fin. As a bottom-dweller it probes soft sand with its barbels in groups for worms, crustaceans and insect larvae. The fish is harmless to humans and is much loved in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Julii corydoras?
The Julii corydoras has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly white and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Julii corydoras live?
The Julii corydoras lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Julii corydoras get?
The Julii corydoras grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Julii corydoras dangerous to humans?
No, the Julii corydoras is harmless to humans.
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