About the Corydoras Melanistius
Name: Corydoras Melanistius
Max Size: Up to 2.5 inches (6 cm)
Recommend pH: 6.0-7.5
Recommended Temperature (Β°F): 72-79Β°F (22-26Β°C)
Diet: Corydoras Melanistius are omnivorous bottom-dwellers. They will accept high-quality sinking pellets or wafers specifically formulated for bottom-dwelling fish. They also enjoy small live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia. Additionally, they appreciate vegetable matter in their diet, which can be provided through blanched vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
Temperament: Peaceful
Schooling or Non-Schooling Fish: Schooling Fish (Corydoras Melanistius are schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least six individuals to create a natural social structure and minimize stress.)
Possible types of tank mates: Corydoras Melanistius are peaceful and can be kept with other small, peaceful community fish. They are compatible with tetras, rasboras, small livebearers, and other peaceful bottom-dwelling fish. Avoid keeping them with aggressive or fin-nipping species that may stress or harm them.
Behavior: Corydoras Melanistius, also known as the Blackstripe Corydoras, is a small and attractive species of catfish native to South America. They have a slender body with a distinctive black stripe running horizontally along their side. They are bottom-dwelling fish and use their barbels to search for food in the substrate. Corydoras Melanistius are peaceful and social creatures, often seen in groups rummaging around the aquarium in search of food. They are well-known for their playful and curious behavior, and they may even swim to the water surface to take quick gulps of air, which is a natural adaptation to supplement their oxygen intake.
Fun Fact: Corydoras Melanistius exhibit a fascinating behavior known as "panting" or "purring." This behavior involves producing audible sounds by contracting their swim bladder muscles. The resulting sound is a series of clicking or purring noises, which is believed to serve as a form of communication among group members. This behavior is more commonly observed during feeding or when the fish are in a state of excitement. The unique ability of Corydoras Melanistius to produce audible sounds adds an interesting dimension to their already captivating presence in the aquarium.