Tailspot corydoras - Corydoras caudimaculatus

Scientific name: Corydoras caudimaculatus

Common name: Tailspot corydoras

Family: Callichthyidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 4 - 5 cm (1.57 - 1.97 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.3 - 7.3

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 17°N (71.43 - 303.57ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South America

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Origin

Tailspot Corydoras are native to the freshwater rivers and streams of South America, primarily found in Brazil. These fish thrive in slow-moving waters with soft substrates like sand or fine gravel, where they forage for food. Their natural habitat consists of warm, tropical environments, often with dense vegetation and shaded areas that provide shelter from predators.

Food and Feeding

Tailspot Corydoras are bottom-dwellers that tend to be more active during the evening hours, making dusk the best time to feed them. They thrive on a diet that includes high-quality sinking pellets, algae wafers, and flake foods. To add variety and nutrition, you can supplement their diet with live or frozen treats like bloodworms and brine shrimp two to three times a week. These protein-rich snacks help promote healthy growth and keep them active. Ensure their food sinks to the bottom so it is easily accessible to them.

Sexing

Determining the sex of Tailspot Corydoras is relatively simple when viewed from above. Females are typically larger with a more rounded, fuller body shape compared to the slimmer, more streamlined males. The females' plumper appearance becomes more pronounced, especially when they are ready to spawn.

Breeding

Breeding Tailspot Corydoras in captivity has not been widely reported or documented. It is believed that, like other Corydoras species, they spawn in the wild, where the right conditions - such as temperature fluctuations and water changes - trigger their breeding behavior. In aquariums, providing soft water, a variety of hiding spots, and replicating natural environmental changes may encourage spawning.

Lifespan

With proper care, Tailspot Corydoras can live between 3 to 5 years in a well-maintained aquarium. Ensuring clean water, a nutritious diet, and a peaceful environment will help them live to the fullest of their lifespan.

Short Description

Tailspot Corydoras, known for their peaceful and social nature, should be kept in groups of at least five to encourage natural behavior. These small fish are bottom-dwellers, so a soft substrate, such as fine gravel or sand, is essential to protect their sensitive barbels. Providing plenty of hiding spots, like plants, driftwood, and caves, will help them feel secure and reduce stress. Their shy but active personalities make them a delightful addition to any community aquarium.

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