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Natterer's Cory

Hoplisoma nattereri

Known as the blue cory, this southern Brazilian coastal species prefers cooler conditions than standard warm tropical corys.

Adult length
Up to 6.5 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
Water temperature
20–23 °C
Lifespan
5–10 years
pH
6–7.6
Hardness
1–15 dGH
Natural habitat
Native to southeastern Brazilian coastal rivers from Espírito Santo to Paraná.
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Floor and movement space

A floor area of 45.0 × 30.0 cm suits an adult group.

Sources

www.fishbase.se ↗ 2026-10-25

www.seriouslyfish.com ↗ 2026-10-22

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