Origin
Native to the Guaporé River region in Bolivia and Brazil, specifically in slow-flowing, soft-water tributaries of the Amazon Basin.

Visual & Functional Appeal
Sterbai Corys feature a bold contrast of dark body tones with bright white dots, paired with yellow-orange pectoral fins. Their shoaling behavior and constant activity make them visually engaging and lively tank additions.

Purpose
Bottom foragers that help reduce food waste. Their gentle nature and schooling habits bring motion to the lower water column and offer a sense of calm and balance in the aquarium.

Importance
Excellent choice for beginner and intermediate aquarists. Helps maintain tank cleanliness while enhancing biodiversity and aesthetic cohesion in natural-style layouts.

Included Resources
Soft sand substrate, low to moderate flow, and stable temperature (72–79°F) ensure long-term health. Benefit from hiding spots, leaf litter, and subdued lighting. No CO₂ or special filtration required.

Best Use Cases
Ideal for South American biotopes, planted tanks, nano to mid-sized communities, and shrimp-safe environments. Perfect companions for peaceful mid-water fish and dwarf cichlids.

Conservation Context
Majority of Sterbai in trade are tank-bred. Habitat degradation in the Guaporé Basin is ongoing, making captive propagation important for long-term species sustainability.

Ideal Aquatic Animals
• Dwarf cichlids (Apistos, rams)
• Tetras (neon, ember, rummynose)
• Pencilfish and hatchetfish
• Peaceful loaches
• Freshwater shrimp and snails

Region (A)
• Latitude: -12.9714° S
• Longitude: -64.2103° W
(Guaporé River – Bolivia side)

Region (B)
• Latitude: -13.1463° S
• Longitude: -62.9939° W
(Guaporé River – Brazil side)