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Corumbataia britskii
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🐟 Corumbataia britskii

A small, armored catfish from the Upper Paraná River basin in Brazil, the Corumbataia britskii is known for its calm nature and algae-grazing habits. With its bony plates, subtle markings, and preference for planted aquariums, it’s a peaceful bottom-dweller well-suited for community tanks.


🔎 Quick Facts
📛 Common Name: (No widely used common name)
🎨 Appearance: Slender body with armor-like plating; light brown to tan with faint mottling; sucker mouth adapted for algae grazing
📏 Max Size: Around 2″ (5 cm)


😇 Behavior & Temperament

  • Peaceful and shy
  • Thrives in small groups
  • Avoids aggressive or boisterous tankmates

🏠 Tank Requirements
Minimum Tank Size: 15–20 gallons

Setup Needs:
🪨 Smooth rocks and driftwood for algae growth
🌿 Dense plant cover for security
💧 Gentle to moderate water flow

Water Parameters:
🌡️ Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
💧 pH: 6.0–7.5
🧪 Soft to moderately hard water


🍽️ Diet

  • Herbivorous/algae grazer
  • Algae wafers, spirulina-based foods
  • Blanched vegetables (zucchini, cucumber)

🔍 Sexing

  • Males tend to be slimmer with slightly more pronounced fin extensions
  • Females are rounder, especially when carrying eggs

📋 Overview Table

Feature Details
Origin Brazil (Upper Paraná River basin)
Max Size ~2″ (5 cm)
Temperament Peaceful
Tank Size 15–20 gallons
pH Range 6.0–7.5
Temperature 72–78°F (22–26°C)
Diet Herbivorous/algae grazer
Ideal For Planted community tanks

💡 Snippet: A rare, peaceful algae-eater from Brazil, ideal for small, planted aquariums.

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