Black Band Corydoras Care Guide
Corydoras zygatus
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Bioload Score
1400
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 6.4 cm / 2.5"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–79°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 75L (20 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Bottom feeder that enjoys a varied diet of sinking pellets, flakes, and live foods like bloodworms.
Community Compatibility
Suitable for community tanks with other peaceful species. Good tank mates include small tetras, rasboras, and other corydoras species.
Good to Know
The Black Band Corydoras is distinguished by its striking black band that runs horizontally along its body.
Gender Differences
Females are generally larger and plumper than males.
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