{"product_id":"albino-pygmy-corydoras","title":"Albino Pygmy Corydoras","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAlbino Pygmy Cory Catfish \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou've probably heard of the Pygmy Cory, but have you ever seen an \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Pygmy Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e?! These tiny little catfish bring all the personality and activity of a traditional Pygmy Cory with a unique bright albino coloration that really stands out in planted aquariums and nano community tanks!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Pygmy Corys stay super small, usually around 3\/4 of an inch, making them a great choice for smaller aquariums and peaceful community setups! You’ll see them sifting through the substrate, exploring plants, resting on leaves, and even swimming together in the middle of the water column. Like all corydoras, they \u003cstrong\u003edo best in groups\u003c\/strong\u003e, so we recommend keeping \u003cstrong\u003eat least 6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese little catfish \u003cstrong\u003edo best in a mature aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e with stable water parameters, sand or smooth substrate to not hurt their bellies, and plenty of plants, driftwood, and hiding spots. They’re peaceful, active, and make great tank mates for shrimp, snails, tetras, rasboras, Celestial Pearl Danios, and other small community fish!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino Pygmy Corys are excellent scavengers, but they shouldn’t be expected to live on leftovers alone.\u003cstrong\u003e Feed a varied diet of quality nano foods\u003c\/strong\u003e, small sinking foods, and frozen foods like baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or cyclops to keep them healthy and active.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePygmy Cory Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy corydoras are considered a dwarf species of cory. They grow to about 40% the size of most other corydoras, with adults reaching around ¾ of an inch. Males tend to stay even smaller than females. The body shape of the pygmy cory catfish is distinctive, featuring a flat belly and a streamlined form that runs from the snout to the tail. Their coloration is typically silver-gray with a prominent black line that extends from the snout all the way to the tail, making them easy to distinguish from \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/collections\/corydoras\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eother corydoras species\u003c\/a\u003e. The only other cory species that’s similar in size is the \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/products\/habrosus-corydoras\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/a\u003e, which you can check out here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding Pygmy Corydoras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve had pygmy corys breed naturally in our aquariums, especially when using Java Moss or spawning mops. Key points for breeding pygmy corydoras include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe female lays fertilized eggs; unfertilized eggs should be removed promptly to prevent fungal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters are essential for successful breeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter hatching, fry should be fed microscopic foods like infusoria to support growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequent water changes help maintain high water quality for healthy fry development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs fry grow, they begin swimming freely in the water column.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome hobbyists use marbles instead of substrate to protect eggs from being eaten. Pygmy corydoras are a great choice for a beginner-friendly breeding project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Pygmy Corydoras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Flip Aquatics, we feed our pygmy cories, which are \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/collections\/bottom-feeders\" target=\"_blank\"\u003especialized bottom feeders\u003c\/a\u003e and bottom dwellers, a variety of foods suited to their feeding behavior. Pygmy cories and other cories spend most of their time at the bottom of the tank, foraging for food on the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur food list includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen Foods (small size like baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, and bloodworms as an occasional treat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/collections\/northfin\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNorthFin Foods\u003c\/a\u003e (Community Flake and Nano Bits)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanned green beans (unsalted, finely crushed to suit the small mouths of pygmy cories)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy cories and other cories benefit from a varied diet that includes vegetable rich flake or pellets and frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, bloodworms, and shrimp to support their health and natural bottom-feeding habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll fish orders are covered by our 100% \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/pages\/100-live-arrival-guarantee\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLive Arrival Guarantee\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop worry-free knowing your fish will arrive healthy or we'll make it right. We quarantine our fish for two or more weeks before shipping to ensure they are healthy and free from diseases, giving you peace of mind when adding pygmy corydoras to your aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 7.2 - 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGH: 4 - 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKH: 2 - 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTDS: 100 - 150\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 70 - 74°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 5 gallons or more (a nano tank or small home aquarium is ideal for pygmies, as long as there is enough swimming space and plenty of places to hide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstrate: Sand or smooth substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditives: Indian Almond Leaves or Alder Cones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen setting up an aquarium for pygmies, it's important to create a peaceful environment with lots of plants and hiding spots. This helps pygmies and other nano species feel secure and allows them to thrive. A well-planted aquarium not only provides cover for pygmies to hide but also encourages natural swimming behavior and reduces stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible tank mates for pygmies include other nano species, peaceful community fish, \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/collections\/neocaridina\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edwarf shrimp\u003c\/a\u003e, snails, tetras (such as neon tetras), celestial pearl danios, and other fish of similar size and temperament. These combinations work well in a nano tank or home aquarium, creating a harmonious community setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Pygmy Corydoras can I keep in a 10-gallon tank?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can comfortably keep 10 pygmy corydoras in a 10-gallon tank. If you're an experienced hobbyist, it's possible to keep up to 20, as long as you maintain healthy water quality with nitrate levels below 40 ppm. Adding live plants can help with nutrient control and overall tank balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Pygmy Corydoras eat algae?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy corydoras don't eat enough algae to be considered good algae cleaners. However, they are excellent scavengers. They sift through the substrate for leftover food and debris, which can help reduce waste that might otherwise lead to algae growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Pygmy Corydoras nocturnal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy corydoras are not fully nocturnal, but they will scavenge during both the day and night. They often school during the day, especially when kept with other similar schooling fish like otocinclus. You can often find them resting on sand or perched on plant leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long do Pygmy Corydoras live?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith proper care, pygmy corydoras can live 3 to 5 years. Keeping stable water parameters is key to their long-term health. We recommend a balanced diet of frozen foods along with veggie-based flakes or small pellets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fish","offers":[{"title":"Imported \/ 1 Fish","offer_id":45672381677670,"sku":"CORY-ALBINO-PYGMY","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2046\/4839\/files\/albino_pygmy.png?v=1781025166","url":"https:\/\/flipaquatics.com\/products\/albino-pygmy-corydoras","provider":"Flip Aquatics ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}