Our Guide To Keeping Corydoras duplicareus Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Corydoras duplicareus
   • Common name: Duplicate Cory
   • Family: Callichthyidae
   • Origin: South America, specifically found in the upper Rio Negro basin in Brazil and the upper Orinoco basin in Venezuela
   • Adult length: Up to 6 centimeters (2.4 inches)
   • Lifespan: 5 to 8 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Corydoras duplicareus prefer a well-planted aquarium with soft, sandy substrate.
   • Provide hiding spots like caves, driftwood, and plants to mimic their natural habitat.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Maintain a pH level between 6.0 and 7.5.
   • Water temperature should range from 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • Use a gentle filter as Corydoras duplicareus prefer slow to moderate water flow.

5. Diet:

   • They are omnivores and should be fed a balanced diet including sinking pellets, flakes, and occasional live or frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
   • Ensure they have access to food on the substrate as they are bottom feeders.

6. Tank mates:

   • Compatible with other peaceful fish such as tetras, rasboras, and other small catfish species.
   • Avoid keeping them with aggressive or large fish that may intimidate them.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Corydoras duplicareus are peaceful and social fish, best kept in groups of at least 6 individuals.
   • They are bottom-dwellers and spend much of their time scavenging the substrate for food.