Corydoras CW-010 Orange Laser
New Wild caught origin
| Qty (Stock) | Size | Sex | Unit price (Tax included) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ¼" | - | 29$ |
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Corydoras CW-010, also called Orange Laser, is a small South American catfish valued for its copper-orange sheen and peaceful behavior. This aquarium form is generally associated with Corydoras from the Rio Ucayali basin in Peru. Like several undescribed Corydoras, it is identified by the code CW-010 rather than by a formal binomial name. Social and active in groups, it spends much of its time searching the bottom with its barbels. Its availability is moderate, and the specimens offered are collected from the wild.
General species description
Corydoras CW-010 is a peaceful, schooling bottom catfish suited to calm community aquariums. The CW-010 code identifies a Corydoras population or aquarium form whose complete scientific identity is not used here. It should be kept in a group of at least six fish, allowing its natural behavior to develop. It explores the substrate during the day and regularly makes quick trips to the surface to gulp air. Clean, well-oxygenated and stable water is essential for long-term health.
Geographic origin and biotope
Corydoras CW-010 is associated with Peru, in the Rio Ucayali basin. Its natural environment includes calm or moderately flowing sections of small tributaries, forest margins and seasonally flooded areas. The bottom is generally made up of fine sand, light silt and plant debris, with leaf litter and roots providing shelter. Riparian vegetation filters light and adds organic matter to the water. In an aquarium, an open bottom area, plants and sheltered spaces better reproduce this setting.
Precise location and local name
The geographic reference supplied for Corydoras CW-010 is the Rio Ucayali in Peru. In the aquarium trade, it is mainly known as Orange Laser, while CW-010 serves as its identification code. This name helps distinguish it from other Corydoras with metallic highlights. It should not be treated as a formal scientific name. Wild fish may show slight differences in coloration depending on condition, age and lighting.
Appearance and physical characteristics
Corydoras CW-010 has the typical Corydoras shape: a stocky body, rounded belly, reinforced pectoral fins and a downward-facing mouth. A bright orange to copper stripe appears along the upper body and caudal peduncle, contrasting with a silvery-gray to brown background. Its sensory barbels help locate food in the substrate. Like other members of the Callichthyidae family, its body is protected by two rows of bony plates. Its spines can catch in a net, so handling should be done carefully.
General diet
Corydoras CW-010 is an omnivore with a detritivore tendency that searches the bottom, but it should not be treated as a simple cleaner fish. Its diet should include quality sinking pellets, bottom-feeder tablets and regular frozen or live foods such as bloodworms and brine shrimp. Feeding after the lights are partly dimmed can reduce competition. Keep the sand clean, since the barbels are sensitive to sharp substrates and waste buildup.
Essential data
- River of origin: Rio Ucayali
- Local name used: Orange Laser
- Origin of the scientific name: Corydoras comes from the Greek kory, helmet, and doras, skin or hide; CW-010 is an aquarium code.
- Etymology of the full name: Corydoras refers to the protective bony plates; CW means Corydoras World and 010 is the code number.
- Common or vernacular names: Orange Laser, Corydoras CW-010
- Family: Callichthyidae
- Subfamily: Corydoradinae
- Name pronunciation: kor-ee-DORE-us see-double-you zero one zero
- Discovery: aquarium designation CW-010
- Maximum adult size: about 5 cm
- Water temperature and pH: 22 to 28 °C; pH 6.0 to 7.5
- Stream appearance and surrounding vegetation: calm to moderately flowing, forest-shaded water with leaf litter, roots and bank vegetation
- Typical tankmates: small peaceful characins, calm dwarf cichlids, other Corydoras, Otocinclus, small pencilfish and non-predatory snails
- Temperament and behavior: peaceful, social, bottom-oriented and constantly foraging
- Water depth: shallow areas and calm margins
- Sexual dimorphism: females are usually broader and more robust; males are slimmer
- Bottom configuration and flow: fine sand, plant debris and low to moderate flow
In your aquarium
To succeed with Corydoras CW-010, provide a mature aquarium, very fine sand and filtration that maintains good oxygenation without excessive current. Keep it in a group, offer shaded areas and feed foods that reach the bottom. Regular water changes, stable pH and the absence of abrasive substrate help protect the barbels. Since this form is collected from the wild and remains relatively uncommon, gradual acclimation and consistent conditions are especially important.
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