These long-lived catfish are best kept in groups in a large aquarium with a sandy substrate
Overview
Synonyms
Corydoras loxozonus
Distribution
Colombia: Known from Meta, Lomalinda near Rio Ariari.
Maximum Size
5cm (2")
Temperature
21-25°C
Water Parameters
Will acclimatise to a wide range of conditions. pH: 6.0-7.5, dH: up to 18 degrees.
Compatibility
Community
Lighting
No special requirements
Sexual Dimorphism
Mature females are larger and appear fuller when viewed from above.
Feeding
Catfish pellets, granules, flake and frozen foods
Description
Care
The Slant Bar Cory is an excellent choice of catfish for the mature community aquarium. They must be kept on a soft sand substrate in order to protect the delicate barbel area, and maintained in groups of 5 or more due to their shoaling nature. A good amount of bogwood and shady planted areas will help to make this somewhat shy species feel more secure. Tankmates should be small and peaceful. Frequent partial water changes are a must for these catfish, as they can be very sensitive to elevated nitrate levels. This species does not fare well at high temperatures (see above). Corydoras have the ability to breathe air intestinally, so a small gap should be left between the surface of the water and the cover slides in order for the fish to come up to the surface and take air in. It may do this numerous times per day. Hoplisoma loxozonum is fairly similar in appearance to H. axelrodi.
Hoplisoma was recently split from Corydoras and contains many familiar species.
Feeding
Sinking catfish pellets, frozen foods such as mosquito larvae and brineshrimp.
Breeding
It may be possible to trigger mature fish (2 males:1 female) into spawning by performing a large, slightly cooler water change. When ready to spawn, a pair should adopt the classic Corydoras "T position" where the male fertilizes 2-4 eggs that are held between the females" pelvic fins. This species is said to scatter up to 100 sticky eggs in total over dense planting.
Where can I buy these aquarium fish or invertebrates?
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