Pygmaeus cory - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Pygmy Cory - Pick up store only. 

Scientific Name:Corydoras pygmaeus

Description:
A tiny, peaceful schooling catfish with a silver-grey body and distinctive dark horizontal stripe. Unlike many Corydoras, Pygmy Corys regularly swim through the mid-water as well as forage along the bottom. Best kept in groups of at least 6, with larger groups preferred.

Origin:
South America — primarily the Rio Madeira basin in Brazil.

pH:
Approximately 6.4–7.4

Temperature:
Around 22–26°C

Adult Size:
Approximately 1–2 cm

Lifespan:
Approximately 3–5 years with good aquarium care.

Food:
Omnivorous. Feed appropriately sized sinking micro pellets or finely crushed foods, supplemented with small frozen or live foods such as Daphnia and baby brine shrimp.

Compatibility:
Very peaceful. Suitable with other small, calm community fish such as small tetras, rasboras and other nano species. Avoid large or aggressive fish that may intimidate them or outcompete them for food.

Habitat:
Prefers a well-established aquarium with fine sand, plants, driftwood and sheltered areas. Provide clean, stable water, plenty of cover and open areas for group swimming.