Peru Black Cory

A long-snouted cory sold in several colour forms, sometimes labelled huanta or milagros.

Adult length

Up to 8 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Water temperature

22–26 °C

Lifespan

5–10 years

pH

6–7

Hardness

1–12 dGH

Natural habitat

Native to the western Amazon basin.

Quoted maximum length excludes the tail.