Elegant Corydoras Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Elegant Corydoras in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
• Compatibility: Excellent with other peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, and other Corydoras species. Avoid housing with large, aggressive, or fin-nipping fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with fine sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their delicate barbels. Provide plenty of hiding spots among plants, driftwood, and rocks. They are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 6 individuals to thrive and exhibit natural behaviors.

Water parameters

Temperature

72-79°F (22-26°C)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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