{"product_id":"pigmy-corydoras-corydoras-pygmaeus","title":"Pigmy Corydoras — Pygmy Cory (Corydoras pygmaeus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pygmy Cory (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e) is tiny schooling catfish that actively swims mid-water unlike most corydoras. Originating from South America (Madeira River basin), this peaceful species is rated as easy care level and can live up to 3 years with proper husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCallichthyidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America (Madeira River basin)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eeasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epeaceful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.0–26.0°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–15 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro sinking pellets, frozen daphnia, baby brine shrimp, crushed flake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pygmy Cory hails from South America (Madeira River basin). Easy care; 22-26°C, pH 6.0-7.5. School of 8+. Unusually active mid-water swimmer. Sandy substrate preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a minimum of 30 litres for your Pygmy Cory. Adults reach approximately 2.5 cm, so plan accordingly. Maintain water temperature between 22.0–26.0°C with a pH of 6.0–7.5 and hardness of 2–15 dGH. This species primarily occupies the bottom region of the aquarium. Recommended group size: 8+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pygmy Cory is an omnivore. Micro sinking pellets, frozen daphnia, baby brine shrimp, crushed flake. Feed small portions twice daily for optimal health and colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood companions for the Pygmy Cory include Small tetras, Rasboras, Shrimp, Otocinclus, Other small corys. Avoid housing with Large or aggressive fish. You might also consider species such as Olga Cory, Banded Cory, Peppered Cory from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tropical Fish Co, every fish is carefully selected and shipped with care across the UK. We offer live arrival guarantee, expert advice, and competitive prices. Order your Pygmy Cory today and enjoy next-day delivery to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"1-2 cm","offer_id":57445922144591,"sku":"K014","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2-2.5 cm","offer_id":57560739348815,"sku":"8030","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/best-algae-eating-fish-x-corydoras-pygmaeus-hero-driftwood-k014-10-in-2_86c01ef0-c06f-4a64-bbe4-531e6ea8ef21.webp?v=1776714253","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/pigmy-corydoras-corydoras-pygmaeus","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}