Pygmy Cory Catfish (Corydoras pygmaeus)

🐟 Pygmy Cory Catfish (Corydoras pygmaeus) – Tiny Schooling Wonders for Nano Tanks

Looking for an active, peaceful, and irresistibly cute addition to your freshwater aquarium? Meet the Pygmy Cory Catfish—a beloved nano species adored for its schooling behavior and nonstop energy. Unlike larger corydoras, the pygmy cory spends much of its time mid-water as well as along the substrate, creating lively motion throughout your tank.

⭐ Key Features

1. True Nano Catfish Species
Pygmy Cory Catfish stay small, usually around ¾–1 inch, making them perfect for nano and planted aquariums.

2. Peaceful Community Fish
Gentle and shy, they make outstanding tankmates for shrimp, small tetras, rasboras, and other peaceful species.

3. Active Schooling Behavior
Keep them in groups of 6 or more and watch them shoal together through plants and open water—a beautiful, shimmering effect you’ll love to see.

4. Great Cleanup Crew Helpers
While not algae eaters, they eagerly pick up leftover food on the bottom, helping prevent waste buildup and contributing to a cleaner aquarium.

5. Beginner-Friendly
Hardy, adaptable, and undemanding—with stable water and clean conditions, pygmy corys thrive and quickly become a favorite fish in any tank.

6. Perfect for Planted & Shrimp Tanks
Their tiny size and gentle nature make them ideal companions for Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp.

🐟 Why Choose Pygmy Cory Catfish?

• Peaceful and community-safe

• Unique mid-water swimming compared to other corydoras

• Ideal for nano aquariums

• Excellent for beginners and experienced aquarists alike

• Full of personality in a tiny package

Add movement, personality, and charm to your aquarium—order your Pygmy Cory Catfish today! These little gems bring endless activity and are always in high demand.

🌿 Recommended Tank Parameters

• Temperature: 72°–82°F (22°–28°C)

• pH: 5.8–7.8

• KH: 0–15 dKH

• Minimum Tank Size: 10–20 gallons (larger schools thrive in larger tanks)

For best results, keep in groups of 6+ and provide soft sand or smooth substrate to protect their sensitive barbels.