Bluespotted corydoras - Corydoras melanistius

Scientific name: Corydoras melanistius

Common name: Bluespotted corydoras

Family: Callichthyidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 5 - 6 cm (1.97 - 2.36 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.4 - 7.4

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South America

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and Feeding

Bluespotted Corydoras should be fed a varied diet consisting of high-quality flake food, sinking pellets, and algae wafers to ensure a balanced diet. Additionally, supplement their meals with treats such as bloodworms and brine shrimp twice a week to maintain their health and vitality. As these fish are most active during the evening, feeding them at this time will ensure they receive maximum nutrition from their meals.

Origin

Bluespotted Corydoras are native to South America, specifically the clear and slow-moving waterways of Guyana. Their natural habitat includes areas with abundant leaf litter and soft substrates, which are critical to mimic in the home aquarium for their well-being.

Sexing

Sexing Bluespotted Corydoras can be discerned by observing their physical characteristics from above. Females are typically larger and have a rounder, plumper body compared to males, making them slightly more robust in appearance.

Breeding

While breeding in captivity has not yet been documented for Bluespotted Corydoras, they are believed to behave similarly to other Corydoras species in the wild, where they scatter eggs. If attempting to breed them in an aquarium, providing a substrate of fine sand or smooth gravel and cooler water conditions during water changes may help emulate their natural breeding triggers.

Lifespan

The Bluespotted Corydoras has an expected lifespan of 3 to 5 years in captivity, depending on the quality of care, including water conditions, diet, and stress levels within the aquarium.

Short Description

Bluespotted Corydoras thrive in small groups and should ideally be kept with at least 5 individuals to promote natural schooling behavior. The aquarium should include ample hiding places and a substrate of fine gravel or sand to protect their sensitive barbels from injury. These fish are naturally timid and do best with other peaceful species, making them excellent candidates for community tanks. Their environment should replicate their natural habitat with plenty of plants and shaded areas to provide comfort and security.

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