Filament cory
📖 Overview
Filament cory (Corydoras filamentosus), first described by Nijssen & Isbrücker, 1983 is a tiny fish in the family Callichthyidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 3.20 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. Recorded depth range: 0 to 1 metres. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Callichthyidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Filament cory is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Filament cory is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 2 - 25; depth range 0 - 1 m . Tropical; 22°C - 26°C South America: Corantijn River basin in Suriname.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🌍CES | pancéřníček vláknoploutvý |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Filament cory.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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