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Bandit Cory

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Bandit Cory

Bandit Cory

Scientific Name

Corydoras metae
Family: Callichthyidae
Origin: Colombia
Adult Size: 2 inches (5 cm)
Social: Peaceful
Lifespan: 5 years
Tank Level: Bottom dweller
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallon
Diet: Omnivore, eats most foods
Breeding: Egglayer
Care: Easy to Intermediate
pH: 6.5-7.0
Hardness: 4-5 dGH
Temperature: 72-79 F(22-26 C)
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