The Peppered Cory comes from the tributaries of larger river systems in South America, and is a peaceful bottom dwelling scavenger. The Peppered Cory has black and dark green spots, with a white underside. Like other corydoras cats, the Peppered Cory requires a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding places that provide relief from the light. A smooth sand or gravel substrate is needed because of the easily damaged barbels. They enjoy being in numbers, so a small school of six or more is ideal for these cats.
Breeding the Peppered Cory is achieved by keeping a number of these cats together and allowing them to pair off. After spawning, the breeding pair should be separated from the eggs, or the eggs transferred to another system. The fry become waterborne in approximately 5 days, at which time, they should be fed baby brine shrimp and crushed flake food.
The Peppered Cory is omnivorous and will require a well-balanced diet including dried, frozen, and live foods. An ideal diet will include a quality flake and pellet food as well as frozen brine and live worms.
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful
Colour Form: Black, Green, White
Diet: Omnivore
Water Conditions: 22-26° C, KH 2-12, pH 5.8-7.0
Max. Size: 6.5cm
Family: Callichthyidae
Minimum Tank Size: 145L
