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The Olive cory (Corydoras ehrhardti) is a freshwater fish of the family Callichthyidae that grows up to 5 cm.
Description
Ehrhardt's cory is a small armoured catfish from fresh water of southeastern Brazil. The species grows to about 5 cm and has a stocky, olive body with two rows of bony plates and a dark band across the eye. With its barbels it searches sand and mud bottoms for small invertebrates and detritus; it can breathe air with its gut. It schools and is popular in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Olive cory?
The Olive cory has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Bony armour plates and a dark eye band; small schooling armoured catfish
Where does the Olive cory live?
The Olive cory lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Southeastern Brazil
How big does the Olive cory get?
The Olive cory grows to a maximum of about 5 cm.
Is the Olive cory dangerous to humans?
No, the Olive cory is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Olive cory edible?
The Olive cory is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Corydoras
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