Black-Saddled Corydoras CW051 Care Guide
Corydoras sp. 'CW051'
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Bioload Score
1600
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- 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
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous, prefers a diet of sinking pellets, flake foods, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms and daphnia.
Community Compatibility
Very suitable for community tanks with other small, peaceful fish. Ideal companions include tetras, small rasboras, and other species of Corydoras.
Good to Know
The Black-Saddled Corydoras is a rare and sought-after species in the aquarium hobby, prized for its distinctive black markings and saddles across its back.
Gender Differences
Females are generally larger and rounder than males.
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