Peppered Cory
Corydoras paleatus
✅ Beginner
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60L
Tank
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18–24°C
Temp
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7cm
Size
💡 Bottom dweller — keep on smooth sand to protect barbels.
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Sterba Cory
Corydoras sterbai
✅ Beginner
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60L
Tank
🌡️
24–30°C
Temp
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7cm
Size
💡 Tolerates warmer water — ideal for discus community tanks.
Panda Cory
Corydoras panda
✅ Beginner
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40L
Tank
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18–24°C
Temp
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5cm
Size
💡 Cooler-water corydoras; keep in groups of 6+ for confidence.
Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus cirrhosus
✅ Beginner
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80L
Tank
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20–27°C
Temp
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15cm
Size
💡 Best algae eater for most community tanks; needs driftwood to rasp.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus affinis
⚠️ Intermediate
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40L
Tank
🌡️
21–26°C
Temp
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4cm
Size
💡 Delicate at purchase — quarantine carefully and add to mature tanks.
🟢 Beginner Fish
Hardy species tolerating a range of water parameters. Ideal for first-time aquarists setting up their first tank.
🟡 Intermediate Fish
Require more specific conditions or have particular behaviors to manage. Some experience recommended.
🔴 Advanced Fish
Demanding water chemistry, special diets, or aggressive behavior. Best for experienced hobbyists.
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