Barbatus Corydoras (Scleromystax barbatus)

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Barbatus Corydoras

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Barbatus Corydoras

Scleromystax barbatus

Difficulty

Moderate

Min. Tank Size

208 Litres (55 US G.)

Size

10.2-12.7cm (4-5 ")

sg

Freshwater

pH

5.5 - 7.0

Temp.

16 -19 °C (60.8-66.2°F)

Water Hardness

6-10 °d

Stocking Ratio

2:3 M:F

Availability

Uncommon

Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

15-25 years

Habitat

South America

Family

Callichthyidae




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Additional names

Barbatus Corydoras, Banded Corydoras, Bearded Cory, Banded Cory

Additional scientific names

Corydoras barbatus, Callichthys barbatus, Corydoras eigenmanni


Tank compatibility[edit]

Very peaceful community fish. Will not intentionally bother tank inhabitants, however their bumbling about the tank may bother more delicate fish or other bottom dwellers. Are best kept in groups of 5-6 or more.

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