Cryptic Corydoras Care Guide
Corydoras crypticus
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Bioload Score
2000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 7.0 cm / 2.8"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.0 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 60L (16 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 6 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- South America
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Omnivorous; feeds on sinking pellets, frozen foods, and live foods.
Community Compatibility
Best kept with other peaceful bottom dwellers in a well-planted aquarium.
Good to Know
The Corydoras crypticus is known for its ability to blend into the substrate due to its cryptic coloration.
Gender Differences
Females are larger and rounder.
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