Neptune’s rating:
64- pH6.0 - 7.5
- Temperature20.0 - 26.0 °C
- Length2.0 - 4.0 cm
- TemperamentSocial, Social
- HardinessModerate
- RarityUncommon
- PopularityPopular
- DifficultyModerate
- Liters per Fish5.0 L
- Minimum School Size6.0
- Tank HabitatBottom Dweller
- FeedFlakes, Pellets, Bloodworms, Brine Shrimp, Tubifex Worms, Frozen Shrimp, Vegetable Matter, Algae Wafers, Color Enhancing Food, Daphnia, Micro Worms, Feeder Fish, Freeze-dried Foods, Stick-on Tablets
- AffordabilityModerate
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Dwarf corydoras
The Dwarf Corydoras, also known as Corydoras pygmaeus, is a small, attractive freshwater fish native to South America. Typically, these fish exhibit a silver body with a black stripe running along their sides and dorsal area, making them quite eye-catching despite their small size. They are characterized by their armored plates and barbels near the mouth, common features among Corydoras species. Dwarf Corydoras are well-regarded in the aquarium hobby due to their peaceful nature and efficiency in consuming leftover food from the bottom of the tank, making them excellent tank mates for a community aquarium. Despite their popularity, they are considered relatively easy to care for, which contributes to their appeal among both novice and experienced aquarists.