Dwarf corydoras
📖 Overview
Dwarf corydoras (Gastrodermus hastatus) is a ray-finned fish. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 2.4 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Dwarf corydoras is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Dwarf corydoras is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
The female holds 2-4 eggs between her pelvic fins, where the male fertilizes them for about 30 seconds. Only then the female swims to a suitable spot, where she attaches the very sticky eggs. The pair repeats this process until about 100 eggs have been fertilized and attached . However, it is also believed that this species only lays a single egg .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 19. Subtropical; 25°C - 28°C South America: Amazon and Paraguay River basins (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
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