Pygmy Cory

Pygmy corys are native to South America. They are considered possibly the most popular bottom dwelling nano species in tropical fishkeeping, growing to a maximum of 3cm in length. Although they spend a lot of time at the bottom of the tank, unlike many other corys, they also enjoy swimming in mid-levels of the tank too. Special requirements: Best kept in groups of 8 to 12 to promote natural behaviour. Require a sandy substrate to prevent injuring themselves on the likes of gravel (they are so small that individual pieces of gravel can seem like boulders to them)

Pygmy corys have the ability to breathe intestinally so it is common that they will travel to the surface of the water. It’s best to leave a gap at the top of the tank to give space for them to come to the surface, it’s also best to house them in a shallower tank so that their journey to the surface is shorter. They love a well planted tank with lots of hiding places. They also enjoy being in larger groups, feeling safer.

Diet: At Wirral Aquatics we feed EBO Pro soft artemia powder, frozen daphnia, cyclops and fresh baby brine shrimp. Tank size: 45l+ Tank mates: Best housed with other nano species.