Corydoras Sterbai
Sterba's corydoras (''Corydoras sterbai'') is a member of the South American ''Corydoras'' genus of freshwater aquarium catfish and one of the most popular species of ''Corydoras'' due to its attractive markings. The fish is native to the Guaporé River region between Bolivia and Brazil. Sterba's cory is distinguishable from other ''Corydoras'' species as it has white spots on a black background on its head. It is occasionally confused with ''Corydoras haraldschultzi''; the difference is that the latter has a pattern of black dots on a white background on the head. ''C. sterbai'' has recently become available in an albino form and a black form. Like many ''Corydoras'' species, Sterba's corydoras is a Shoaling and schooling, shoaling catfish, and thus should ideally be kept in groups of 5 or more. In the wild it can be found in Brazil and thus, wild caught fish prefer soft water, soft, acidic water. However, Sterba's corydoras is a hardy fish and tank bred specimens have adapted ...
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