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| Family: |
CALLICHTHYIDAE |
| Species: |
Corydoras melanotaenia |
| Common Name: |
Green-Gold Corydoras. |
| Size: |
Up to 2.75" (7 cm)
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| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA: Manacacacias, tributary of the Rio Meta and in the Rio Ocora, the Rio Guatiquia and the Rio Negro, west of Puerto Lopez. |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous, A varied diet of flakes and tablet food. |
| Behavior: |
Peaceful, should be kept in school of 6 or more.
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| Water: |
Temperature of 71.6 to 78.8ºF (22-26°C), pH range: 6.0 – 8.0; dH range: 2 - 25
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| Care: |
Easy.
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| Communities: |
Good with other peaceful species. |
| Suitability: |
Good for all |
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