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Smudge-spot Cory
Hoplisoma simile
A smudged dark area near the tail base is characteristic; its apparent colour changes with lighting.
- Adult length
- Up to 6 cm (standard length, without the tail fin)
- Water temperature
- 21–27 °C
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- pH
- 5.6–7
- Hardness
- 0–12 dGH
- Natural habitat
- Inhabits small tributaries, creeks, pools and flooded forest.
Provide bottom foraging space and feed deliberately rather than relying on scraps.
Appearance and identification
Compared with caudimaculatum, the rear-body patch has softer edges. Body shape and midwater activity also help compare guapore; a tail patch alone is not enough for identification.
Floor and movement space
A 45 × 30 × 30 cm aquarium suits a small group.
Aquarium environment
Provide cover and preserve swimming and foraging space on clean substrate.
Diet and feeding
Provide appropriately sized sinking foods and a varied diet; leftovers are not enough.
Same-species behaviour
Keep at least six.
Compatibility limits
Avoid predators and aggressive feeding competitors.
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