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Habrosus Corydoras

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Corydoras habrosus

Complete Habrosus Corydoras care guide covering omnivore diet requirements, peaceful temperament, minimum 10 Gallons tank setup, and compatible freshwater tankmates. Difficulty: Easy.

Habrosus Corydoras

Quick Answer

Habrosus Corydoras (Corydoras habrosus) is a tiny, adorable cory from Venezuela. It requires a minimum 10 Gallons aquarium with a pH of 6.0 - 7.5 and temperature range of 22-26°C. This omnivore occupies the bottom zone and makes an excellent addition to community setups.

Intro

Habrosus Corydoras (Corydoras habrosus) is a tiny, adorable cory from Venezuela. It has a spotted pattern and reaches only 1 inch.

Setup

A 10-gallon or larger tank with fine sand substrate, plants, and gentle filtration. They are sensitive to poor water quality, so regular changes are needed.

Feeding

Omnivorous; eats micro sinking pellets, crushed flakes, baby brine shrimp, and microworms.

Compatibility

Very peaceful. Keep in groups of 8+. Ideal for nano community tanks with small tetras, rasboras, and dwarf shrimp.

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Tank Position
Bottom
Water Temp
22-26°C
Adult Size
See profile
Water pH
6.0 - 7.5

Species Characteristics

Adult Size
Lifespan
Growth Rate
moderate
Tank Compatibility
Community compatible
Indoor Aquarium
Yes

Water Parameters

Water Temperature
Humidity
Water pH

Tank Lighting

Tank Lighting
Standard lighting
Light Hours
N/A
Intensity
moderate

Feeding & Diet

Diet Type
Diet: Omnivore
Feeding Schedule
N/A
Live Food Options
N/A

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Health & Disease

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many Habrosus Corydoras should be kept together?
Maintain a minimum group of 8 to 12 individuals in a tank of at least 15 gallons (57 liters) with a footprint of 24x12 inches (60x30 cm). Habrosus corydoras (Corydoras habrosus), also known as Salt and Pepper Cory, stay under 1.2 inches (3 cm) and need numbers to feel secure. Groups under 6 cause chronic hiding and stress. A school of 15+ displays natural shoaling behavior. Provide fine sand substrate (depth 1-2 inches) to protect delicate barbels. Keep with similarly small tank mates; avoid large cichlids or aggressive bottom dwellers.
What are the exact water parameters for Habrosus Corydoras?
Target pH 6.0 - 7.5, General Hardness 2 - 10 dGH, Carbonate Hardness 2 - 8 dKH, Total Dissolved Solids 80 - 200 ppm, Electrical Conductivity 160 - 400 μS/cm, and temperature 72°F - 78°F (22°C - 26°C). They require smooth sand substrate to protect mouth barbels; gravel causes erosion. Maintain nitrates below 15 ppm with weekly 25% water changes. Use a sponge filter with gentle flow. Add driftwood and Indian almond leaves. Avoid salt (tolerance <2 ppt).
What is the dietary and medication protocol for Habrosus Corydoras?
They are bottom-dwelling omnivores requiring 35% protein, 10% fat, 55% plant matter. Feed sinking micro-pellets, crushed shrimp wafers, frozen daphnia, cyclops, and live microworms daily. Ensure food reaches the bottom; surface leftovers cause starvation. Medication alert: Extremely sensitive to copper (0.1 mg/L lethal) and formalin. Use malachite green at quarter dose (0.025 mg/L). Praziquantel is safe. Avoid salt (tolerance <2 ppt). Quarantine with metronidazole at half-strength.
How to breed Habrosus Corydoras with environmental triggers?
Condition a group of 8-10 with live blackworms and bloodworms for 2 weeks. Simulate dry season: Lower water level to 4 inches (10 cm) for 7 days. Trigger breeding: Perform 50% water change with cool (68°F/20°C) RO water (pH 6.5, 2 dGH) over 2 hours. Increase aeration. Female adopts 'T-position' and lays 50-100 adhesive eggs on plants or mops. Remove parents after spawning. Eggs hatch in 3-5 days at 72°F (22°C). Fry feed on infusoria for 3 days, then microworms, then baby brine shrimp after day 7.

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