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Spotted Cory
Hoplisoma melanistium
A spotted cory from Guianan coastal rivers, resembling delphax and related forms.
- Adult length
- Up to 5.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
- Water temperature
- 22–26 °C
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- pH
- 6–7
- Hardness
- 2–15 dGH
- Native range
- Native to coastal rivers of the Guianas.
- Natural habitat
- Coastal freshwater rivers and tributaries.
Floor and movement space
A floor area of 45.0 × 30.0 cm suits an adult group.