CW160 Super Ancestor Cory - Hoplisoma tenebrosum
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory (Hoplisoma tenebrosum)
The CW160 Super Ancestor Cory is a beautifully marked, short-snouted cory-type catfish that has only recently been formally described. In the hobby it has long been known under code numbers such as CW160, and it is valued for its calm nature, elegant patterning and strong community-tank appeal. Like many of the best corys, it is a sociable bottom-dweller that spends much of the day foraging across the substrate, and it does best in a mature aquarium with clean water, soft substrate and the company of its own kind.
Common Name:
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory. It is also commonly sold as CW160, Super Ancestor Cory, Hikari Cory, and in older hobby use may be seen as Brochis sp. CW160 or Corydoras sp. CW168.
Scientific Name (Latin):
Hoplisoma tenebrosum
Maximum Size:
Males grow to around 5.5 cm, with females reaching around 6 cm.
Water Type:
Freshwater
Origin / Natural Habitat:
This species comes from the rio Tapajós basin in Amazonas, Brazil, where it has been recorded from the igarapé Água-branca (Ipixuna) and nearby tributary habitat. Like other cory-type catfish, it is associated with the bottom and benefits from soft, naturalistic surroundings.
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 22–26°C
pH Range: 6.0–7.0
Temperament:
Generally peaceful and very well suited to a calm freshwater aquarium. It is a social species and should be kept with other gentle fish rather than aggressive or highly boisterous tankmates.
Diet:
Omnivorous bottom-feeder. Offer a varied diet of sinking pellets, granules and tablets, alongside frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, grindal worm and similar small protein-rich foods.
Minimum Tank Size:
A practical long-term recommendation is at least 60–90 litres for a small group, with a larger footprint always preferred over a tall, narrow aquarium.
Behaviour & Activity:
This is an active bottom-dweller that spends much of the day searching through the substrate for food. It is far more confident and natural in behaviour when kept in a proper group, and like other cory-type catfish it may occasionally rise to the surface for air.
Aquarium Category:
Community Fish
Best kept in a group of at least 6 with other peaceful, similarly sized community fish. Good companions include small to medium tetras, rasboras, danios and other calm bottom-dwellers. Watch out for aggressive cichlids, rough larger fish and very competitive feeders, as this species is peaceful and relies on group security rather than aggression.
Special Requirements or Care Notes:
A fine sand substrate is strongly recommended, although smooth rounded gravel can work if kept clean. Avoid sharp gravel, as it can damage the barbels while the fish searches for food. Add driftwood, plants and shaded areas around the edges, while leaving an open section of substrate for foraging and swimming.
Suitable for:
Beginner to Intermediate fishkeepers
Availability:
Occasional in trade
All images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.
Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory - Hoplisoma tenebrosum
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory - Hoplisoma tenebrosum
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory (Hoplisoma tenebrosum)
The CW160 Super Ancestor Cory is a beautifully marked, short-snouted cory-type catfish that has only recently been formally described. In the hobby it has long been known under code numbers such as CW160, and it is valued for its calm nature, elegant patterning and strong community-tank appeal. Like many of the best corys, it is a sociable bottom-dweller that spends much of the day foraging across the substrate, and it does best in a mature aquarium with clean water, soft substrate and the company of its own kind.
Common Name:
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory. It is also commonly sold as CW160, Super Ancestor Cory, Hikari Cory, and in older hobby use may be seen as Brochis sp. CW160 or Corydoras sp. CW168.
Scientific Name (Latin):
Hoplisoma tenebrosum
Maximum Size:
Males grow to around 5.5 cm, with females reaching around 6 cm.
Water Type:
Freshwater
Origin / Natural Habitat:
This species comes from the rio Tapajós basin in Amazonas, Brazil, where it has been recorded from the igarapé Água-branca (Ipixuna) and nearby tributary habitat. Like other cory-type catfish, it is associated with the bottom and benefits from soft, naturalistic surroundings.
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 22–26°C
pH Range: 6.0–7.0
Temperament:
Generally peaceful and very well suited to a calm freshwater aquarium. It is a social species and should be kept with other gentle fish rather than aggressive or highly boisterous tankmates.
Diet:
Omnivorous bottom-feeder. Offer a varied diet of sinking pellets, granules and tablets, alongside frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, grindal worm and similar small protein-rich foods.
Minimum Tank Size:
A practical long-term recommendation is at least 60–90 litres for a small group, with a larger footprint always preferred over a tall, narrow aquarium.
Behaviour & Activity:
This is an active bottom-dweller that spends much of the day searching through the substrate for food. It is far more confident and natural in behaviour when kept in a proper group, and like other cory-type catfish it may occasionally rise to the surface for air.
Aquarium Category:
Community Fish
Best kept in a group of at least 6 with other peaceful, similarly sized community fish. Good companions include small to medium tetras, rasboras, danios and other calm bottom-dwellers. Watch out for aggressive cichlids, rough larger fish and very competitive feeders, as this species is peaceful and relies on group security rather than aggression.
Special Requirements or Care Notes:
A fine sand substrate is strongly recommended, although smooth rounded gravel can work if kept clean. Avoid sharp gravel, as it can damage the barbels while the fish searches for food. Add driftwood, plants and shaded areas around the edges, while leaving an open section of substrate for foraging and swimming.
Suitable for:
Beginner to Intermediate fishkeepers
Availability:
Occasional in trade
All images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.
Original: $40.60
-65%$40.60
$14.21Product Information
Product Information
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Description
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory (Hoplisoma tenebrosum)
The CW160 Super Ancestor Cory is a beautifully marked, short-snouted cory-type catfish that has only recently been formally described. In the hobby it has long been known under code numbers such as CW160, and it is valued for its calm nature, elegant patterning and strong community-tank appeal. Like many of the best corys, it is a sociable bottom-dweller that spends much of the day foraging across the substrate, and it does best in a mature aquarium with clean water, soft substrate and the company of its own kind.
Common Name:
CW160 Super Ancestor Cory. It is also commonly sold as CW160, Super Ancestor Cory, Hikari Cory, and in older hobby use may be seen as Brochis sp. CW160 or Corydoras sp. CW168.
Scientific Name (Latin):
Hoplisoma tenebrosum
Maximum Size:
Males grow to around 5.5 cm, with females reaching around 6 cm.
Water Type:
Freshwater
Origin / Natural Habitat:
This species comes from the rio Tapajós basin in Amazonas, Brazil, where it has been recorded from the igarapé Água-branca (Ipixuna) and nearby tributary habitat. Like other cory-type catfish, it is associated with the bottom and benefits from soft, naturalistic surroundings.
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 22–26°C
pH Range: 6.0–7.0
Temperament:
Generally peaceful and very well suited to a calm freshwater aquarium. It is a social species and should be kept with other gentle fish rather than aggressive or highly boisterous tankmates.
Diet:
Omnivorous bottom-feeder. Offer a varied diet of sinking pellets, granules and tablets, alongside frozen or live foods such as bloodworm, daphnia, grindal worm and similar small protein-rich foods.
Minimum Tank Size:
A practical long-term recommendation is at least 60–90 litres for a small group, with a larger footprint always preferred over a tall, narrow aquarium.
Behaviour & Activity:
This is an active bottom-dweller that spends much of the day searching through the substrate for food. It is far more confident and natural in behaviour when kept in a proper group, and like other cory-type catfish it may occasionally rise to the surface for air.
Aquarium Category:
Community Fish
Best kept in a group of at least 6 with other peaceful, similarly sized community fish. Good companions include small to medium tetras, rasboras, danios and other calm bottom-dwellers. Watch out for aggressive cichlids, rough larger fish and very competitive feeders, as this species is peaceful and relies on group security rather than aggression.
Special Requirements or Care Notes:
A fine sand substrate is strongly recommended, although smooth rounded gravel can work if kept clean. Avoid sharp gravel, as it can damage the barbels while the fish searches for food. Add driftwood, plants and shaded areas around the edges, while leaving an open section of substrate for foraging and swimming.
Suitable for:
Beginner to Intermediate fishkeepers
Availability:
Occasional in trade
All images are a visual representation of the fish you will receive, made to be as accurate as possible. Please note that Mother Nature is a wonderful thing, and variation in patterns and colours will occur — that is part of the unique beauty of these animals.
