Where Does Skunk Corydoras Live?

Skunk Corydoras lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Skunk Corydoras

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow, slow-moving waters, often near the banks of rivers and tributaries.

Environment

Prefers clear to blackwater streams and rivers with soft, sandy or silty substrates, abundant leaf litter, submerged roots, and dense vegetation. Often found in areas with moderate current.

Geographic range

Native to South America, specifically the upper Amazon River basin in Peru, Ecuador, and Brazil. Its distribution includes tributaries of the Rio Ucayali, Rio Napo, and Rio Japurá.

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