Gold Laser Cory (Corydoras (CW010))

Fish in the family Callichthyidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.

Gold Laser Cory

Quick facts

Scientific nameCorydoras (CW010)
FamilyCallichthyidae
Also known asOrange Laser Cory, CW010, Laser Cory
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2.2 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 5.5-7.2, GH 1-15 dGH

Appearance

Slate-blue body bisected by a bright neon gold-orange 'laser' stripe running head to tail; the gold-line variant of the laser cories.

Difficulty and care for the Gold Laser Cory

Moderate

Origin and habitat

Peru (Rio Huaytayacu / upper Amazon)

Keeper notes

Peaceful; an undescribed C-number form related to the orange laser line.

Log Gold Laser Cory in your reef tank

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