Corydoras schwartzi (Corydoras with five bands)

Adult size5 cm
Temperature23 - 30 °C
pH6.4 - 7.2
Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)60 L

Description

Very nice species with the body similar to that of other members of the genus. It is characterized by a gray/beige coloring pattern traversed typically by five horizontal lines made up of more or less large and spaced speckles depending on the strains. A brown vertical strip is present at the level of the eye. It is a very beautiful very resistant fish it is suitable for a beginner.

Corydoras Schwartzi fish is a freshwater fish from South America. It is commonly called Corydoras or cat fish. It is a small fish, measuring about 5 cm in length. Its color varies from gray to dark brown, with vertical stripes on the body and black spots on the head.

Corydoras Schwartzi fish is a peaceful and sociable fish, so it is often kept in a group in a community aquarium. It lives mainly in the shallow waters of rivers and streams, where it feeds on small invertebrates such as verses and insects.

Corydoras Schwartzi fish is an omnivorous fish, which means that it feeds on both plants and small animals. In the aquarium, it can be nourished with pellets, tablets and frozen vegetables. It is important to offer it a balanced diet to maintain your health and prevent diseases.

Corydoras Schwartzi fish is a robust and easy -to -keep fish in aquarium. It is tolerant of a wide range of water parameters, but it prefers average temperature water (between 22 and 26 degrees Celsius) with a slightly acidic pH (between 6.0 and 7.0). It is also important to maintain a low rate of ammonia and nitrite in water to avoid diseases.

In general, Corydoras Schwartzi fish is an excellent choice for beginner and experienced aquariophiles. Its reduced size and peaceful behavior make it an ideal fish for community aquariums.

Origin

Characteristics

  • Adult size5 cm
  • BehaviourGregarious
  • FoodOmnivorous

Water parameters

  • Water typeFreshwater, hot
  • Temperature23 - 30 °C
  • pH6.4 - 7.2
  • Minimum aquarium capacity (in liters)60 L

Dimorphism

Little apparent, females are more massive than their companions.

Reproduction

Quite delicate, but possible in very soft water (<5 ° DGH) preferably osmosis and filtered on peat. The bin substrate is furniture (for example luscious peat). As a couple or in a group, the eggs are glued on any support (windows, filters, etc.). A few days after birth, young people can join their parents if they are kept in a specific bac.

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