Spotted Corydoras Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Spotted Corydoras in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: beginner
• Temperament: peaceful
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 20 gallons (75 liters) for a group of 6-8 individuals
• Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, similarly sized fish. Avoid housing with aggressive or very large fish that might prey on them. Best kept in groups of 6 or more of their own kind.
• Special requirements: Requires a soft, sandy substrate to protect their delicate barbels. Provide plenty of hiding spots with driftwood, caves, and dense planting. Good water quality and regular water changes are essential. They appreciate a gentle current.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-26°C (72-79°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

2-15 dGH

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