Twosaddle corydoras - Corydoras weitzmani

Scientific name: Corydoras weitzmani

Common name: Twosaddle 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: 5.9 - 7.7

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 5 - 18°N (89.29 - 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

Twosaddle corydoras will accept all foods offered but to ensure they get their share use sinking varieties of pellets or wafers. These should be algal based but also give them treats of blood worms and brine shrimp.

Origin

South America; Twosaddle corydoras are to be found in the waterways of Peru.

Sexing

When viewed from above, the females will have a plumper body shape than the males.

Breeding

This is quite an easy species to breed; regular water changes with soft water will trigger the spawning. Corydoras weitzmani will scatter the eggs around the tank, so include some plants for the eggs to adhere to. When the eggs have hatched and the fry are free swimming, they can be fed on newly hatched brine shrimp.

Lifespan

The expected life span for Twosaddle corydoras is 3-5 years.

Short description

Corydoras weitzmani are classed as a social fish so should be kept in small groups. They are extremely peaceful and make a great addition to any community tank. Always provide hiding places for them.

Pictures

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