Fowler’s cory - Corydoras fowleri

Scientific name: Corydoras fowleri

Common name: Fowler’s cory

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 - 7.2

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 5 - 19°N (89.29 - 339.29ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 21 - 25 °C (69.8 - 77°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

Fowler’s cory sshould accept all foods offered. Use a quality flake or small pellets for the staple diet with the addition of algae wafer, blood worms and brine shrimp. Try to feed in the evening as this is when they are most active.

Origin

South America; Fowler’s corys are found in the Amazonian basins of Peru.

Sexing

When viewed from above, the female will have a much stockier body shape than the male

Breeding

As of yet there are no reported cases of this species of Corydoras breeding in the aquarium. They are believed to use the same methods as the other Corydoras in the wild.

Lifespan

The expected life span for Corydoras fowleri is 3-5 years.

Short description

Always use fine gravel or sand for the tank substrate, this will prevent damage to the barbels of the fish. Fowler’s corys need to be kept in small groups of at least 6 fish and provide hiding places for them in the tank.

Pictures

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