formerly: Corydoras coppenamensis

Clearly marked spots on the head and flanks, a rounded head and a somewhat elongated body.

Clearly marked spots on the head and flanks accompany a rounded head and somewhat elongated body. Compare head spotting and the diagonal marking between the dorsal base and gill cover when checking similar species.

Adult length

Up to 4.1 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)

Lifespan

5–10 years

Natural habitat

Native to the Coppename River basin in Suriname.

Quoted maximum length excludes the tail.