Miguelito Corydoras (Corydoras virginiae) Care Guide
Corydoras virginiae is a peaceful armoured catfish from the Ucayali basin in Peru, with a yellowish body and a striking black mid-stripe.
Overview
Corydoras virginiae is an armoured catfish of the family Callichthyidae. It has a yellowish body and a prominent black mid-stripe. It is a peaceful, schooling species best kept on soft sand in groups.
Taxonomy
- Family: Callichthyidae
- Genus: Corydoras
- Scientific name: Corydoras virginiae
- Common synonyms: Virginiae Cory
Habitat
The species occurs in the Ucayali River basin in Peru. It is a demersal tropical freshwater fish.
Tank requirements
- Minimum tank volume: 80 L
- Temperature: 22-26 °C (72-79 °F)
- pH: 6.0-7.5
- GH: 2-12 °dGH
- School size: 6 or more individuals
- Lifespan: 5-10 years
Diet
An omnivore (trophic level around 2.9) that forages along the bottom, accepting sinking prepared foods alongside live and frozen items.
Compatibility
A peaceful bottom dweller best kept in groups of six or more on soft sand. Suitable companions include tetras, rasboras and Otocinclus; aggressive cichlids should be avoided.
Breeding
Corydoras virginiae is an egg-depositor; breeding difficulty is considered intermediate.