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| Family: |
CALLICHTHYIDAE |
| Species: |
Corydoras aeneus |
| Common Name: |
Bronze Corydoras |
| Size: |
2.5 in (7.5 cm) |
| Min Tank Size: |
At least 20 gallons. |
| Habitat: |
SOUTH AMERICA; Lake, streams, and rivers throughout
South America |
| Diet: |
Omnivorous. Sinking pellets of algae and shrimp |
| Behavior: |
Very peaceful schooling fish (keep in groups of
at least 4); bottom dwellers that enjoy an abundance of live plants. |
| Water: |
72°-79° F (22°-26° C), PH 6.0 to 8.0, Hardness 2-25
dGH |
| Care: |
Easy to moderate in established tank with good filtration
and regular weekly water changes. |
| Communities: |
Excellent community fish, best kept with non-aggressive
tankmates. |
| Suitability: |
Moderate - Established tank large enough to accommodate
a small school, live plants preferred |
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