{"product_id":"pygmy-corydoras-gastrodermus-pygmaeus","title":"Pygmy Corydoras | Gastrodermus pygmaeus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tiny, peaceful South American catfish with a dark stripe along its silver body. Also widely known as Corydoras pygmaeus, it swims in midwater as well as exploring the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep a group of at least six, preferably ten or more. Plants and shaded resting places help these small fish feel secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend a mature aquarium of at least 60 litres for a group, with fine sand, plant cover and gentle filtration. Allow extra room for companions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose small, quiet fish with compatible water requirements. Avoid large, predatory or boisterous tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide tiny sinking foods and small frozen or live foods. Check that food reaches the group; they cannot live on scraps or algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain approximately 22–26°C and stable water conditions. Keep ammonia and nitrite at zero, make regular partial water changes and keep the sand clean. Leave access to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick \u0026amp; Collect only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Order online and wait for confirmation before collecting from Newlands, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. We do not ship live animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Glenkrag","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46502978257223,"sku":"1099734","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/PygymyCory1.webp?v=1793470777","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/pygmy-corydoras-gastrodermus-pygmaeus","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}