Smudge Spot Corydoras
Corydoras similis
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pH
6–7.5
Temperature
22–26 °C
Max size
5 cm
Min tank
75 L
Where to buy
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R107
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Overview
What to know before you buy.
A softly mottled cory with a violet sheen and a dark smudge on the tail base. Peaceful and undemanding in a group over sand.
Care guide
Keeping Smudge Spot Corydoras healthy in a South African setup.
Tank setup
A minimum 75L aquarium suits Smudge Spot Corydoras. Provide hiding spots and stable, well-filtered water; it suits a community setup.
Water parameters
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 22–26°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers; acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Feeding
Omnivore — sinking foods, frozen. Feed small amounts it clears in a couple of minutes, and vary the diet.
Behaviour
Peaceful, social bottom-dweller. Watch it at feeding time and at lights-out to see its real temperament in your tank.
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 Smudge Spot Corydoras 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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