Scientific Name: Corydoras paleatus

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Approximate purchase size : 2 - 4cm
All Pond Solutions will always endeavour to supply as close to the approximate size range as possible. Due to variations from suppliers on rare occasions this may not always be possible. Images used are to show the full potential of the fish when fully mature and are not always representative of juvenile specimens.

How easy are they to care for?
A generally very hardy species, that will accept a range of tank mates.

How large can they grow?
7cm, usually smaller

Where in the world are they from?
Found in the southern parts of Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay and Argentina.

What is the ideal number to keep together?
A shoaling Corydoras species and should be kept in small groups.

What water conditions do they require?
Will happily live in a wide range of water conditions. However most specimens will be happiest between 21 - 25 degrees C with pH range of 6.0 - 7.5

What should you feed them?
Any wood in the aquarium is an added bonus for these species. Will also feed on and foods that sink to the bottom of the aquarium but should be subsidised with sinking pellets.

How compatible are they with other fish?
Largely compatible with all species.