| Family: | Callichthyidae |
| Species: |
Corydoras incolicana |
| Common Name: |
C001 |
| Size: | Adult up to 2.05 inches (5.2 cm) |
| Habitat: | SOUTH AMERICA: Brazil: Upper Rio Negro basin. |
| Min Tank Size: | 20 gallons (75 liters) or larger. |
| Min Shoal Size: | Best in groups of six or more. |
| Diet: | OMNIVORE: Enjoys a variety of foods including fresh or frozen bloodworm, brine shrimp, daphnia, chopped earthworm, grindal worm and tubifex. Also, algae wafers and sinking catfish foods. |
| Behavior: | Very friendly and peaceful. |
| Water: | Temperature of 72 to 79°F (22 to 26°C), pH 6 to 8.0, 2-25° dH |
| Care: | Moderate. Success relies on two aspects: a very soft substrate, such as sand or small, rounded gravel and providing adequate cover in the forms of bogwood/driftwood, rock work, caves and both tall and floating plants. A small powerhead or circulation pump would help replicate a river’s current. The substrate needs to be kept very clean as this fish regularly buries it’s snout into the substrate seeking crumbs of food. Well-filtered water with a moderate current helps the water take in more oxygen, helping to replicate a riverine environment. |
| Communities: | A peaceful and curious fish for peaceful non-aggressive, non-competitive tanks. Tankmates could include: cyprinids, rasboras, livebearers, small catfish such as otos and tetras. This species also does very well as part of a species-only aquarium. Being part of a shoal of 4 or more makes this feel secure and brings out it’s character. A one male to one female stocking is encouraged. |
| Suitability: | Good for all. |
| Note: | Named in honor of the Rio Icana where this species’ holotype was found. |
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