Corydoras Peppered
Corydoras paleatus
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pH
6–7.5
Temperature
18–24 °C
Where to buy
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What Corydoras Peppered costs in South Africa
13 price points from 9 shops over 90 days
R40
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SA median R65 across 9 shops over the last 90 days.
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
The Peppered Cory is another very hardy and popular species, comfortable in cooler water than many tropical fish. They have a mottled or 'peppered' pattern of dark markings on a lighter body. They are active and playful, making them an entertaining and useful clean-up crew for a community tank.
Key traits
Care guide
Keeping Corydoras Peppered healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Corydoras Peppered's adult size and activity level. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 18–24°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful. Keep it in a group for natural behaviour.
Tankmates
Choose tankmates of similar size and temperament with the same water needs. Avoid fin-nippers and anything large enough to eat it.
Breeding
Breeding success with Corydoras Peppered depends on the line and water chemistry; ask your shop about proven pairs.
Keeping corydoras?
Corydoras sift the bottom all day — soft sand and clean water keep their barbels intact.
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SA price range this month: R45–70 · Average: R62
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