Peppered Corydoras

Peppered Corydoras

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Peppered Corydoras

Peppered Corydoras

Corydoras paleatus

$5.99
Very hardy bottom dweller. Keep 6 or more on soft sand. Safe with adult shrimp.

The Fish
A small, mottled grey-green armored catfish that sifts the bottom for food in groups. Grows to about 2.5 inches. Photos show a typical fish, not the exact one you will get.

Origin
Rivers and streams of southern Brazil, Uruguay and Argentina. Aquarium stock is captive-bred.

Care Basics
About 68 to 76°F and pH 6.0 to 7.8. A 20-gallon or larger with soft sand. Eats sinking pellets, wafers and frozen or live foods.

Tank Mates
Peaceful; keep 6 or more of their own kind. A great community fish. Safe with adult shrimp; may eat the odd shrimplet.

Photos © Corydorables, used with credit.

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