Meet the Salt and Pepper Cory Cat — a peaceful, schooling nano fish beloved for its charming personality and gentle nature.
Also known as the Dainty Cory, Pygmy Cory Catfish, or Dwarf Cory, this small South American catfish is ideal for planted and community aquariums.
These adorable bottom dwellers spend their day exploring the substrate in small groups, sifting through sand for leftover food, and performing their signature “wiggle” movements. They’re highly social, happiest in groups of five or more, and completely peaceful with shrimp and other nano fish.
? Species Info:
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Scientific / Latin Name: Corydoras habrosus
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Also Known As: Dainty Cory, Pygmy Cory, Dwarf Cory, Salt and Pepper Cory Cat
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Origin: Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil
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Maximum Size: ~1 inch (2.5 cm)
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Temperament: Peaceful, schooling bottom dweller
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Diet: Omnivore — sinking pellets, wafers, live or frozen foods (brine shrimp, bloodworms, daphnia)
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Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons
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Temperature: 72–79°F
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pH Range: 6.0–7.5
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Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
? Tank Compatibility:
The Salt and Pepper Cory Cat makes an excellent addition to peaceful community setups. Ideal tankmates include:
Neon Tetras, Rasboras, Guppies, Dwarf Gouramis, small Livebearers, Shrimp, and other small schooling fish.
*One Fish for each order*
