Pygmy corydoras
Corydoras pygmaeus
FishFreshwater
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.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Recommended range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–26 |
| pH | 6–7.5 |
| GH | 2–12 |
| KH | 1–8 |
| NO₃ | ≤ 20 |
| PO₄ | ≤ 0.5 |
Care
Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank30 L
Min. group6
Adult size3 cm
Lifespan4 ans
TemperamentPaisible
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.