Corydoras sterbai Knaack, 1962
Sterba's cory
photo by Muséum-Aquarium de Nancy/D. Terver

Family:  Callichthyidae (Callichthyid armored catfishes), subfamily: Corydoradinae
Max. size:  6.8 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 2 - 25
Distribution:  South America: central Brazil and Bolivia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in smaller rivers and tributaries, as well as flooded forest pools with soft, acidic waters. The habitats are characterised by swift flowing water with few plants.
IUCN Red List Status: Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 15 October 2020 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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