Dwarf corydoras - Corydoras pygmaeus

Scientific name: Corydoras pygmaeus

Common name: Dwarf corydoras

Family: Callichthyidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 2 - 3 cm (0.79 - 1.18 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7.8

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 20°N (71.43 - 357.14ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 27 °C (71.6 - 80.6°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

Due to their size, Dwarf corydoras need the smaller quality flakes and sinking pellets. They will readily accept all types of worms, broken up algae wafers should also be included in their diet.

Origin

South America; Dwarf corydoras are to be found in the rivers and tributaries.

Sexing

When viewed from above the females will be larger and more rounded in body shape.

Breeding

Corydoras pygmaeus, once they are spawning, will scatter their eggs around the plants and tank glass. The eggs tend to be placed separately, rather than in groups. The eggs should hatch in 3-5 days, but the fry will be very small. Feed them on newly hatched brine shrimp and as they grow they can be fed on finely crushed flake.

Lifespan

The expected life span is 3-5 years.

Short description

Dwarf corydoras need to be kept in groups of at least 6 fish. They are very peaceful and do well in any community tank.

Pictures

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