Hoplisoma (Corydoras) sterbai
Common Name - Sterba's Cory
Scientific Name - Hoplisoma (Corydoras) sterbai
Max Size - 2.5"
Care - Easy
Temperature Range - 76-83F
pH - 6.0-7.5
Diet - Carnivore. Diet consists of prepared, frozen, and live foods. Currently feeding on a mix of EBO Insect Meal Granules and EBO Artemia Granules.
Breeding - Easy
Notes -The Corydoras genus was recently split into 7 different genera. Corydoras sterbai is now officially known as Hoplisoma sterbai.
Sterbai Cory's are one of the more desirable Corydoras species. With dark yellow pectoral spines, these bottom dwellers provide a bit of color to enjoy in your aquarium. Being one of the few Corydoras species that can tolerate warmer temperatures, Sterbai Cory's are a great addition to angelfish or discus tanks!
Corydoradinae should be kept in groups of six or more on sand substrate.