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Catfish
Common Name:
Cory Catfish
Scientific Name:
Corydoras virginae
Description:
Very docile catfish and are great in groups of 5 or more. From the northern South American and southern Central American regions in smaller streams and rivers. They get their name from the Greek words Kory (helmet) and Doras (skin). Corys are great bottom feeders that will sift through the substrate for food. It is recommended to have finer substrate because of the barbels at the end of their snout. There are over 150 different species of corydoras.
Origin:
South America
Max Size:
3 inches
Minimum Tank Size:
55 gallons
Swim Area:
Bottom
Life Span:
10 Years or more
Temperature Range (F):
77F - 82F
pH:
7.0
Hardness (dH):
4 - 18 dH
Diet:
Omnivore
Additional Diet Information:
Flakes, bloodworms, tubifex worms, sinking discs and shrimp pellets.
Gender Difference:
Monomorphic
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Breeding:
Unknown
Temperament/Social Behavior:
Peaceful; or, Gregarious; or, Tolerant
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Easily Obtained
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