Pygmy Corydora
Corydoras pygmaeus
Description
Pygmy Corydora. The Pygmy Corydoras is a tiny fish, measuring just 1-1.5 inches (2.5-3.8 cm) in length at maturity. They have an elongated and slender body shape with a slightly arched back. Their head is flattened, and they have two pairs of barbels located near their mouth, which they use to detect food in the substrate. Their body is mainly silver in color, with a distinctive black line running horizontally along their flanks. This line is typically broken up into several smaller spots, giving the fish a speckled appearance. The fins of the Pygmy Cory are clear and transparent, with a yellowish or orange tint. Natural Habitat Pygmy Corydoras inhabit the slow-moving tributaries of the Rio Madeira basin in Brazil. They prefer shallow waters with sandy or muddy substrates and are often found among dense v. Source: Abyss Aquatics Tropical Fish. Please confirm current availability, size, price, delivery and collection terms with the seller.