Tail Spot Pygmy Corydoras Hastatus Gastrodermus sp.

Gastrodermus Hastatus also known as the Tail Spot Pygmy Corydora Catfish

Scientific Name: Gastrodermus Hastatus
Common Name: Tail Spot Pygmy Corydoras
Origin: South America. Native to the Amazon and Paraguay River basins, with an extensive distribution from the Amazon main channel in Brazil to Bolivia, Paraguay, and northeastern Argentina; typically found in shallow backwaters, floodplain lakes, and small tributaries.
Diet: Omnivorous micro-feeders with tiny mouths; offer micro-granules, crushed flakes, and small live or frozen foods such as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworm
Adult Size: 1-1.4 inches
Temperament: Peaceful; best kept in groups of 6+, with larger groups (10+) showing more natural shoaling behavior
Tank Size: 15+ gallons
Tank Requirements: 72-79°F, soft sand or fine smooth substrate to protect barbels, planted cover, and gentle filtration
Compatible Tankmates: Small, peaceful species such as micro rasboras, small tetras, and otocinclus; avoid large or boisterous fish that could outcompete or eat them

Quarantine: All of our fish are quarantined for a minimum of 2 weeks with ParaCleanse before being listed and shipped. We still recommend quarantining them yourself in a separate tank upon arrival, especially before adding them to a community tank.

Photos: Photos are representative of the fish you will receive; individual fish may vary slightly in size and coloration.