Species Care
CORYDORAS PYGMAEUS
Corydoras pygmaeus
Keeping Snapshot:
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Max Growth Size: 2.5 cm
- Temperament: Peaceful, keep with small species.
- Check compatibility with other species here
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Preferred Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 22-26 degrees celsius
- pH Level: 6.5-7.5
- General Hardness: Soft - Moderate
Range: Brazil: Rio Medeira
Reproduction: Attaches eggs to plants.
Feeding: Omnivorous an d carnivorous. Rather delicate.
Additional Comments: This dwarf Corydoras tends to school in mid water, rather than swim near the substrate like most Corydoras. Best kept in a small group, with peaceful tankmates such as tetras.
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