Goldhead Cory

Two prominent flank blotches sit behind the head and below the adipose fin.

Two prominent flank blotches sit behind the head and below the adipose fin. The elongated tail lobes are unequal, with the upper lobe longer, and the dorsal and tail carry bars.

Adult length

Up to 5.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

22–26 °C

Lifespan

5–10 years

pH

6–8

Hardness

2–15 dGH

Natural habitat

Native to the Paraguay River basin.

Quoted maximum length excludes the tail.