Sailfin corydoras (Scleromystax macropterus)

Scientific name: Scleromystax macropterus Regan, 1913

The Sailfin corydoras (Scleromystax macropterus) is a freshwater fish of the family Callichthyidae. In the aquarium it needs water at 18–21°C (64–70°F). Native range: South America, Coastal rivers from S?o Paulo to Santa Catarina, Brazil and some upper Paran? River tributaries.

Sailfin corydoras care at a glance

Temperature: 18–21°C (64–70°F)

Species facts

Scientific name: Scleromystax macropterus
Family: Callichthyidae (Callichthyid armored catfishes)
Order: Siluriformes (Catfish)
Class: Actinopterygii (Ray-finned fishes)
Maximum length: 8.7
Environment: Freshwater;; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 2 - 25 demersal
Climate: Subtropical
Distribution: South America: Coastal rivers from S?o Paulo to Santa Catarina, Brazil and some upper Paran? River tributaries.
Conservation status (IUCN): Not Evaluated
Threat to humans: Harmless
Uses: Fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial
Resilience: High, minimum population doubling time less than 15 months (Preliminary K or Fecundity.)