![]() Since they are slower eaters they should be allowed at least 30 minutes to consume their food.Įnvironment specifics Requires a sand or small gravel substrate and prefers a planted tank. Though they can easily be persuaded to feed during the day. They're very opportunistic!įeeding regime These fish are most active at night, so feeding once before lights out is typically enough. They will also eat any dead, dying, or even injured fish, that sit on the substrate too long. ![]() Vegetable-based foods offer little nutrition to them. Be aware these fish do have a carnivorous side to them and love foods such as Bloodworm and Brine Shrimp. Sinking algae pellets should be supplemented with flake food or other sinking foods like catfish pellets. Are best kept in groups of 5-6 or more.ĭiet As with most Corydoras, these fish will eat most food which sinks to the bottom of the tank. Will not intentionally bother tank inhabitants, however their bumbling about the tank may bother more delicate fish or other bottom dwellers. Tank compatibility Very peaceful community fish. Males are also shorter in length than females. Females will look a lot wider when viewed from the top, as they have a larger underbelly. Sexing When properly conditioned, the difference between the male and female Corydoras is usually quite evident. Origin South America: Amazon and Paraguay River basins. Additional names Tail Spot Pygmy Cory, Dwarf Corydoras Additional scientific names Corydoras australe
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