Pygmy Cory (Corydoras pygmaeus) illustration

Pygmy Cory

Corydoras pygmaeus

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Tiny cory that shoals in midwater too; perfect nano-tank bottom group.

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Care at a glance

bottom_dwellerType
1"Adult size
10 galMinimum tank
8+Group size
peacefulTemperament
72-79°FTemperature
6.0-7.5pH
2-12GH
Micro sinking foodsDiet
allSwimming zone
easyCare level
YesPlant-safe

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