{"product_id":"pygmy-corydoras-corydoras-pygmaeus-2cm","title":"Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus) 2cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus) is a tiny, peaceful nano catfish from South America that grows to a maximum size of just 1 inch (2.5 cm). Unlike most other corydoras species that strictly inhabit the bottom of the aquarium, pygmy corys are unique because they love to hover midwater like underwater hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTank Size: A minimum of 10 gallons (38 liters) is highly recommended to maintain stable water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstrate: They need a soft sand substrate or very fine, smooth gravel to protect their delicate mouth barbels (whiskers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnvironment: Provide plenty of cover, such as live plants (like Java Moss or Java Fern), driftwood, and leaf litter to help them feel safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface Access: Always leave a small gap of air at the top of the tank. They regularly dart to the surface to take quick gulps of air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTemperature: 22°C to 26°C (72°F to 79°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH Range: 6.0 to 7.5 (They prefer slightly acidic to neutral water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Hardness: 2 to 15 dGH (Soft to medium water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater Quality: They are highly sensitive to nitrates, so frequent partial water changes are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet and Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy corys have very tiny mouths. You must feed them small, sinking foods, including:Sinking micro-pellets and crushed flake foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowdered fry food or frozen foods like baby brine shrimp, daphnia, or vinegar eels\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53427425739049,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/4325\/2521\/files\/Micro-Pellets_20260814_180553_0000.png?v=1786716372","url":"https:\/\/jasminaquaticsstore.com\/products\/pygmy-corydoras-corydoras-pygmaeus-2cm","provider":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}