The Adolfo's Cory Catfish is a very peaceful schooling fish that is compatible with most nano aquarium animals, including dwarf cichlids and angelfish. It might prey on some smaller dwarf shrimp, but is safe with larger shrimp and most other peaceful ornamental invertebrates. It is a classic scavenger and will inhabit and feed at the aquarium floor. Very coarse substrate can damage its delicate barbels and underbelly, so it should be kept in an aquarium with sand or very smooth gravel substrate. This fish is otherwise undemanding as it will accept most dry, frozen, and live foods. It is adaptable to most tropical freshwater conditions as long as standard regular maintenance is performed and sudden changes are avoided.
RECOMMENDED TANK PARAMETERS:
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Temperature: 20° - 26° C
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pH: 4.0 - 7.4. Softer water is preferred, but this fish is somewhat flexible as long as sudden changes are avoided.
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KH: 0 - 15 dKH
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Minimum tank size: 60 litres for a school of 6
CARE GUIDELINES:
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Diet: High-quality dry foods as well as live and frozen meaty foods. Variety is essential.
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Social behavior: Peaceful; requires a school of 6 or more to thrive.
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Origin: Tank-Bred, but indigenous to Peru and Brazil
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Average adult size: 5.5 - 6 cm
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Average purchase size: 2.5 cm