Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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Hello
I just purchased these two cories today and was wondering if I identified them correctly. I believe one is C. leucomelas and the other C. delphax, but would like a second oppinion.
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C. leucomelas? in the tank @ the store.
C. leucomelas? in the tank @ the store.
C. leucomelas? floating in his new home.
C. leucomelas? floating in his new home.
C. delphax? floating in his new home. Note: longer snout and black extends to the tip of the dorsal fin.
C. delphax? floating in his new home. Note: longer snout and black extends to the tip of the dorsal fin.
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Re: Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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And I was also wondering about these guys. I was told that these 4 cories were C. leucomelas, but I think I see two different species. Any idea on correct Identification and sex would be appreciated :-D
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Re: Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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just 1 more pic...
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Re: Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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No ideas from ANYBODY?!?!?!
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Re: Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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I would say that they are C. leucomelas.

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Re: Are these C. leucomelas and C. delphax?

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I initially thought leucomelas & didn't consider delphax - & now if Ian has given an opinion i wouldn't disagree :D
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