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Three-lined Corydoras Aquarium Care Guide

Corydoras trilineatus

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Keeping Three-lined 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 small group
  • Compatibility: Excellent community fish, compatible with most small, peaceful tropical fish. Best kept in groups of 6 or more of its own kind.
  • Special requirements: Requires a soft substrate (sand or fine gravel) to protect its delicate barbels. Needs plenty of hiding places among plants, driftwood, or rocks. Good water quality and regular water changes are essential.

Water parameters

Temperature
72-79°F (22-26°C)
pH level
6.0-7.5
Hardness
2-15 dGH

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