Pygmy corydoras

Corydoras pygmaeus

Family : Callichthyidae

FishFreshwatercatfish

A very popular small catfish, ideal for nano-aquariums in groups.

Pygmy corydoras — photo 1 sur 4 — Carnat Joel · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.01 / 4

Popularity

Community fish

classic in freshwater aquarium

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Biotope

South America

Hors bassin amazonien : Paraná, Orénoque, Andes.

Description

Corydoras pygmaeus is one of the smallest corydoras, barely reaching 3 cm. Its body is silvery with a horizontal black stripe. It lives in schools and spends its time sifting the substrate for food. It is a peaceful and hardy fish, perfect for beginners.

Habitat

Region :

Slow streams and rivers, sandy bottoms

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–26 °C

pH6–7.5

GH2–12 °dGH

KH1–8 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty

1/5

Diet

Omnivore

Min. tank

30 L

Min. group

Adult size

3 cm

Lifespan

4 years

Temperament

Paisible

Propagation

Care notes

Tank of at least 30L, sandy substrate, plants and hiding spots. Group of 6 minimum. Soft to neutral water, gentle filtration. Varied diet: sinking pellets, brine shrimp, bloodworms. Avoid strong currents.

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