The Olga corydoras (Corydoras simulatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Callichthyidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
The Olga corydoras is a small armoured catfish (Callichthyidae) from fresh water of the Meta basin in the Orinoco region of Colombia. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a stocky body with two rows of overlapping bony plates and three pairs of barbels around an underslung mouth. It has a long snout and a light-brown body scattered with fine dark spots. As a gregarious bottom-dweller it roots in groups through soft sand in search of worms, larvae and detritus and can take a gulp of air at the surface. The fish is harmless to humans and is popular in the aquarium trade.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Olga corydoras?
The Olga corydoras has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Olga corydoras live?
The Olga corydoras lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Olga corydoras get?
The Olga corydoras grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Olga corydoras dangerous to humans?
No, the Olga corydoras is harmless to humans.
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