PYGMY CORYDORAS

Common Name: Pygmy Corydoras

Scientific Name: Gastrodermus pygmaeus — formerly Corydoras pygmaeus

SPECIES OVERVIEW

A tiny, social catfish that often swims in midwater as well as near the substrate.

CARE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Aquarium Size: 45–60 litres or more

WATER PARAMETERS

Temperature: 22–26°C

pH: 6.4–7.4

AQUARIUM SETUP

Smooth sand, planted cover, gentle flow and clear surface access.

Use a cycled aquarium and maintain stable water quality.

DIET & FEEDING

Diet: Tiny sinking foods and suitably small frozen or live foods.

Make sure food reaches the group; these fish do not live on leftovers alone.

TANKMATES

Keep with other tiny, gentle fish sharing compatible water requirements. Avoid aggressive or boisterous companions.

GROUP SIZE

Keep eight or more of the same species.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Maintain stable conditions with regular partial water changes.