Neptune’s rating:
70- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelVery Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionNo Change In Behaviour
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Length2.5 - 3.5 cm
- Liters per Fish2 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.0 - 7.5
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatBottom Dweller
- Temperature23.0 - 26.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourNot Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Pygmy corydoras
The Pygmy Corydoras, scientifically known as Corydoras pygmaeus, is a small freshwater fish that is native to South America, particularly found in rivers and streams of countries such as Brazil and Peru. This species is notable for its diminutive size, typically not exceeding 1.5 inches in length. It has a silver to light grey body adorned with a dark lateral stripe that extends from the eye to the caudal fin, a characteristic feature of its appearance. The Pygmy Corydoras is highly valued in the aquarium hobby due to its small size, peaceful nature, and schooling behavior, making it an ideal inhabitant for community tanks and a favorite among aquarists seeking to add a dynamic element to their aquariums.