Seuss’ cory - Corydoras seussi

Scientific name: Corydoras seussi

Common name: Seuss’ cory

Family: Callichthyidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 5 - 7 cm (1.97 - 2.76 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.3 - 7.5

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 5 - 24°N (89.29 - 428.57ppm)

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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

Feed Seuss’ corys with a quality flake or sinking pellets. Algae wafers will be beneficial to these fish as are treats of brine shrimp and blood worms. Always ensure these fish get there fair share of the food.

Origin

South America; Seuss’ corys are to be found in the waterways of Brazil.

Sexing

When viewed from above, the female will be slightly larger with a plumper body shape.

Breeding

There are no reported cases of this species of Corydoras breeding in the aquarium.

Lifespan

The expected life span of Corydoras seussi is 3-5 years.

Short description

Always use fine gravel or sand for the tank substrate to prevent the barbels on this fish being damaged. Corydoras seussi should be kept in groups of at least 5 fish and add hiding places to the tank. Always keep these fish with other peaceful species.

Pictures

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