Albino Pygmy Cory (Corydoras pygmaeus - Albino Variant)

The Albino Pygmy Cory is a rare and adorable variant of the popular Pygmy Corydoras, featuring a pale, almost translucent body with pinkish hues and bright red eyes. These tiny bottom-dwellers are peaceful, social, and highly active, making them perfect for nano and community aquariums. Their playful nature and constant scavenging help keep the tank clean, while their small size makes them ideal for planted setups.

Key Features:

• Appearance: Compact, pale pink or white body with red eyes.
• Size: Reaches only 0.75-1 inch (2-2.5 cm).
• Temperament: Extremely peaceful and thrives in groups.
• Lifespan: 3-5 years with proper care.
• Diet: Omnivorous—enjoys sinking pellets, micro-wafers, live or frozen foods like daphnia, baby brine shrimp, and micro worms.

Care Requirements:

• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons; larger tanks preferred for bigger groups.
• Water Parameters:
  • Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C)
  • pH: 6.0-7.5
  • Hardness: 2-12 dGH
• Tank Setup:
  • Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their delicate barbels.
  • Heavily planted environment with hiding spots.
  • Gentle filtration and moderate water flow.

Behavior:

• Best kept in groups of 6 or more for social comfort.
• Active swimmers that explore both the bottom and mid-levels of the tank.
• Perfectly compatible with other small, peaceful fish like Tetras, Rasboras, and Shrimp.

Why Choose the Albino Pygmy Cory?

• A unique and rare albino variant that stands out in any aquarium.
• Small, peaceful, and ideal for nano tanks.
• Helps keep the tank clean by scavenging for leftover food.

Note:

Due to their tiny size, avoid housing them with large or aggressive fish. A well-maintained, stable environment will help them thrive and display their best behavior.

Add a group of Albino Pygmy Corys to your aquarium for a charming and active clean-up crew!