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The Spotfin corydoras (Corydoras punctatus) is a freshwater fish of the family Callichthyidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The spotfin corydoras is a small armoured catfish from fresh water of northern South America. The species grows to about 7 cm and has a stocky body covered with two rows of bony plates, a fine dark speckling and short barbels with which it feels for food in the bottom. It schools on sand and mud bottoms of rivers and can breathe air with its gut. It eats small invertebrates and detritus. The fish is popular in the aquarium hobby. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Spotfin corydoras?
The Spotfin corydoras has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a spots pattern. Bony armour plates and intestinal breathing; small schooling bottom catfish
Where does the Spotfin corydoras live?
The Spotfin corydoras lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Northern South America
How big does the Spotfin corydoras get?
The Spotfin corydoras grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Spotfin corydoras dangerous to humans?
No, the Spotfin corydoras 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 Spotfin corydoras edible?
The Spotfin corydoras is not usually eaten.
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