Amanda Jane Corridor

Corydoras Amanda Jane, scientific name Corydoras amandajanea, belongs to the family Callichthyidae (Shelled or Callichthy catfishes). The fish was discovered in 1995 by biologist Mrs. Amanda Jane Sands, after whom it was named. Wild catfish are collected in the Brazilian municipality of São Gabriel da Cachoeira, one of the tributaries of the Rio Negro. The natural habitat is probably limited to the upper basin of the Rio Negro, located among the dense Amazonian forest.

Description

Adults reach a length of about 6 cm. The body is light silvery or beige, depending on the specific population, dark specks may appear. Fins are translucent. A characteristic feature is a black spot at the base of the dorsal fin and a black stroke on the head, between which a reddish pigment appears.

Brief information:

• The volume of the aquarium – from 80 liters.
• Temperature – 23-27°C
• Value pH — 6.0–7.5
• Water hardness – soft (2-12 dGH)
• Substrate type – sand or gravel
• Lighting – moderate or bright
• Brackish water – no
• Water movement – light or moderate
• The size of the fish is about 6 cm.
• Food – any sinking food
• Temperament – peaceful
• Keeping in a group of 4-6 fish

Maintenance and care

Usually, the fish presented for sale are long-term descendants of their wild relatives, living in the artificial environment of aquariums for several generations. During this time, they have successfully acclimatized and will not cause much trouble with their content. Maintenance of catfish tanks Amanda Jane Corydoras is similar to keeping most other freshwater fish. It is important to provide clean water within the allowable range of hydrochemical parameters and prevent the accumulation of organic waste.

Food. Another important aspect is the diet. Although the fish are unpretentious and will accept various foods (dry, freeze-dried, live, frozen), the quality of the products cannot be neglected. The daily diet should include only high-quality food from well-known manufacturers.

behavior and compatibility. Calm friendly fish. Prefers to be in a group of relatives. It is advisable to purchase from 4-6 catfish. Corydoras are a good choice for a community of other peaceful species. It is worth avoiding the settlement of territorial bottom and aggressive, predatory fish.