{"product_id":"dwarf-salt-and-pepper-cory-catfish-corydoras-habrosus","title":"Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish – Corydoras Habrosus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tropicflow-product-description\" style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK ANSWER --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 0 0 28px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eQuick Answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish (Corydoras habrosus)\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n      also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eSalt and Pepper Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n      or \u003cstrong\u003eChecker Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a small peaceful freshwater catfish known\n      for its attractive cream-gray body covered with irregular dark spots and blotches.\n      Growing to only around \u003cstrong\u003e1.4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, this dwarf Cory is best kept\n      in groups of \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e, with larger groups preferred, in a mature\n      planted aquarium with fine sand, clean water, and peaceful tank mates.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish (Corydoras habrosus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is\n    one of the smallest Cory-type catfish available in the freshwater aquarium hobby.\n    Its compact body, peaceful personality, and attractive mottled pattern make it\n    especially popular with aquarists who want a true bottom-dwelling dwarf Cory.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eSalt and Pepper Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChecker Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n    or \u003cstrong\u003eVenezuelan Pygmy Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species has a pale cream-to-gray\n    body covered with dark spots, patches, and irregular markings that create a\n    distinctive camouflage-like appearance.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Unlike the Pygmy Cory (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e), which frequently schools\n    through the middle levels of the aquarium, \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    behaves more like a traditional Cory and spends much of its time exploring and\n    foraging along the substrate.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species has traditionally been known throughout\n    the aquarium hobby as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e. Under newer scientific\n    classification, the accepted combination is \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma habrosum\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    Both names refer to the fish commonly sold as the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INFORMATION TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish Care Information\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 18px 0 30px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 520px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003e\n            Care Requirement\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Information\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory, Salt and Pepper Cory, Checker Cory\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma habrosum\u003c\/em\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Approximately 1–1.4 inches\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            68–79°F (20–26°C)\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            5.5–7.5\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            15–20+ Gallons Recommended\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            6+ Minimum; 10+ Preferred\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Peaceful \u0026amp; Social\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Omnivore \/ Micro-Forager\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Primarily Bottom Dweller\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Beginner-Friendly\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Orinoco Basin, Venezuela \u0026amp; Colombia\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- APPEARANCE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Does a Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Look Like?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e has a compact\n    cream, beige, silver-gray, or slightly olive body decorated with irregular\n    dark spots and blotches.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The markings often form several larger dark patches along the sides of the\n    body, surrounded by smaller spots and mottling. This creates the\n    \u003cstrong\u003esalt-and-pepper or checker-like appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e responsible for\n    several of the species' common names.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Individual patterning can vary considerably. Some fish display stronger\n    dark patches while others appear lighter and more finely spotted, making\n    each \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e slightly different.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DWARF FEATURE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Makes Corydoras Habrosus a Dwarf Cory?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Adult \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Corys\u003c\/strong\u003e generally reach only\n    around \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them significantly smaller\n    than common Cory species such as Bronze, Sterbai, Peppered, and Emerald Corys.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Despite their tiny size, they are active social fish that benefit from\n    plenty of horizontal bottom space and a proper group. Their small adult\n    size should not be interpreted as meaning they should be kept alone or\n    in extremely small aquariums.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141;\"\u003eDwarf Cory Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 7px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus is primarily a bottom-oriented dwarf Cory.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      This distinguishes it from Pygmy Corys such as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e,\n      which spend considerably more time swimming and schooling in the middle\n      levels of the aquarium.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- HABROSUS VS PEPPERED --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory vs. Peppered Cory\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory (Corydoras habrosus)\u003c\/strong\u003e should\n    not be confused with the much larger \u003cstrong\u003ePeppered Cory\n    (Corydoras paleatus)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Although both species have mottled gray-and-dark coloration,\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus remains much smaller\u003c\/strong\u003e, generally reaching\n    only around 1–1.4 inches. Standard Peppered Corys can grow well over 2 inches.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory also tends to show a compact body with several\n    stronger dark side patches, while Peppered Corys usually display a broader\n    marbled or peppered pattern across a significantly larger body.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BEHAVIOR --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Behavior \u0026amp; Group Size\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are\n    \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful, social bottom-dwelling fish\u003c\/strong\u003e and should not be\n    kept alone. We recommend maintaining at least\n    \u003cstrong\u003e6 Corydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e, with groups of\n    \u003cstrong\u003e10 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e preferred whenever aquarium space allows.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    In a proper group, they can often be seen exploring the substrate together,\n    searching for tiny foods, resting near plants and driftwood, and moving around\n    the aquarium floor as a loose school.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Larger groups often encourage more confident and visible behavior, especially\n    in planted aquariums with plenty of shelter and open foraging areas.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Like other Cory-type catfish, they may occasionally make a quick trip to\n    the surface to gulp atmospheric air before returning to the bottom.\n    Occasional surface visits are normal Cory behavior.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK SETUP --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Ideal Aquarium Setup for Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Although \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tiny fish, horizontal\n    swimming and foraging space remains important. An aquarium around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 gallons or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e with a footprint of approximately\n    24 × 12 inches or greater provides a good environment for a proper group.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003efine sand substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal, although smooth rounded\n    fine gravel can also be used when kept very clean. These Corys use sensitive\n    barbels around their mouths while searching the substrate for tiny foods.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Live plants, mosses, driftwood, smooth rocks, leaf litter, and shaded areas\n    can help the fish feel secure. Leave open areas of substrate where the group\n    can comfortably forage together.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WATER --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Water Parameters\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish generally do well at temperatures around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e68–79°F (20–26°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pH of approximately\n    \u003cstrong\u003e5.5–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    More important than constantly adjusting the aquarium to reach an exact\n    number is maintaining clean and stable water conditions. Keep\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e in a \u003cstrong\u003efully cycled aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    with appropriate filtration, good oxygenation, and regular water changes.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their small adult size means deteriorating water quality can affect them\n    quickly. Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, and sudden changes in\n    temperature or water chemistry should be avoided.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DIET --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Do Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish Eat?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are omnivorous micro-foragers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    and should receive a varied diet containing appropriately sized foods.\n    Small sinking pellets, micro wafers, and finely sized bottom-feeder foods\n    can form the foundation of their aquarium diet.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their diet can also be supplemented with small frozen or live foods such\n    as baby brine shrimp, daphnia, finely sized bloodworms, Tubifex, microworms,\n    and other appropriately sized foods.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e8; border-left: 4px solid #d49a17; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys should not be\n    purchased simply as aquarium “cleaner fish.” Although they naturally forage\n    along the substrate for food, they require intentional feeding with\n    appropriately sized foods. They are not a replacement for normal aquarium\n    cleaning and maintenance.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK MATES --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Tank Mates\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The peaceful temperament of the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it suitable for\n    carefully planned freshwater community aquariums. Because these Corys are\n    extremely small, tank mates should also be peaceful and unlikely to chase,\n    intimidate, or eat them.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Potential tank mates may include small peaceful tetras, nano rasboras,\n    small peaceful livebearers, other compatible dwarf Cory species, and\n    freshwater shrimp in appropriately planned aquariums.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Avoid large predatory fish, aggressive species, and overly competitive\n    feeders that may prevent these tiny Corys from receiving enough food.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY HABROSUS --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Choose Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiny adult size of approximately 1–1.4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful salt-and-pepper mottled pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTrue bottom-oriented dwarf Cory behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeaceful temperament for small community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eActive and entertaining group foraging behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSocial behavior when maintained in a proper group\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDistinctive alternative to Pygmy Corys and larger Peppered Corys\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IMPORTANT BEFORE BUYING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border: 1px solid #d8e8e2; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Before Buying Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are social fish and should not be kept alone.\n      Plan to keep \u003cstrong\u003eat least 6 fish\u003c\/strong\u003e, with groups of\n      \u003cstrong\u003e10 or more preferred\u003c\/strong\u003e whenever aquarium space allows.\n      Provide a fully cycled aquarium with fine substrate, peaceful tank mates,\n      stable water conditions, appropriately sized foods, and plenty of usable\n      bottom space for the group to explore and forage.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish FAQ\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What is a Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      The Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory is a small South American Cory-type\n      catfish traditionally known as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e.\n      It is recognized by its tiny adult size, mottled dark markings,\n      peaceful temperament, and bottom-oriented social behavior.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How big do Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys get?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Adult Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish generally reach around\n      \u003cstrong\u003e1–1.4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them one of the smaller Cory-type\n      catfish available in the freshwater aquarium hobby.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How many Corydoras habrosus should be kept together?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Keep Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys in a group of at least\n      \u003cstrong\u003e6 fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Groups of \u003cstrong\u003e10 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e are even\n      better when aquarium size allows and can encourage more confident and\n      natural social behavior.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What temperature is best for Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      A general recommended aquarium temperature range is approximately\n      \u003cstrong\u003e68–79°F (20–26°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose tank mates with compatible\n      temperature requirements.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is Corydoras habrosus the same as a Pygmy Cory?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      No. \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e and the Pygmy Cory\n      (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e) are different species. Both are small,\n      but Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are generally more bottom-oriented,\n      while Pygmy Corys frequently school through the middle of the aquarium.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is the Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory the same as the Peppered Cory?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      No. The Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory is \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e,\n      while the standard Peppered Cory is \u003cem\u003eCorydoras paleatus\u003c\/em\u003e.\n      Corydoras habrosus remains much smaller and has a different pattern\n      of dark side patches and mottling.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Can Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys live in a nano aquarium?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Their small body size can be misleading. Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys\n      are active social fish that need a proper group and enough bottom space\n      for natural foraging behavior. An aquarium around\n      \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 gallons or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e with a footprint of approximately\n      24 × 12 inches or greater is a better choice than an extremely small nano tank.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Are Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish peaceful?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are very peaceful social fish and\n      work well with other small, non-aggressive freshwater species that\n      share compatible water requirements.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is Corydoras habrosus the same as Hoplisoma habrosum?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. This species has traditionally been known as\n      \u003cem\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/em\u003e and is still widely sold under that name.\n      Under newer scientific classification, the species is placed in the\n      genus \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma\u003c\/em\u003e and is recognized as\n      \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma habrosum\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What do Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish eat?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys are omnivorous micro-foragers. Feed a varied\n      diet containing small sinking pellets or wafers supplemented with\n      appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as daphnia, baby brine shrimp,\n      bloodworms, Tubifex, and microworms.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Do Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys clean the aquarium?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Dwarf Salt and Pepper Corys naturally forage along the aquarium floor for\n      small foods, but they should not be considered a replacement for aquarium\n      maintenance. They require intentional feeding along with regular water\n      changes and substrate cleaning.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FINAL --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 34px; padding: 22px; background: #016141; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 23px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Dwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish at Tropicflow Aquatic\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Add a tiny bottom-dwelling school with classic Cory personality to your\n      freshwater aquarium with the\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Salt and Pepper Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e. With their miniature\n      size, distinctive mottled pattern, peaceful temperament, and active group\n      foraging behavior, \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras habrosus\u003c\/strong\u003e are an excellent\n      choice for planted tanks and carefully planned peaceful community aquariums.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tropicflow","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52689751572778,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52689751605546,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Fish – Recommended","offer_id":52689751638314,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6237\/5466\/files\/Dwarf-Salt-and-Pepper-Cory-Catfish-Corydoras-Habrosus.jpg?v=1789882960","url":"https:\/\/tropicflow.com\/products\/dwarf-salt-and-pepper-cory-catfish-corydoras-habrosus","provider":"Tropicflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}