{"product_id":"pygmy-corydoras","title":"Pygmy corydora | Juvenile | 1.5-2 cm | Price Per Fish ₹375\/-","description":"\u003ch1\u003e🐠 Pygmy Corydora\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e | Tiny, peaceful nano catfish with graceful schooling displays and exceptional planted-tank appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring delicate movement and natural charm to your aquarium with the \u003cstrong\u003ePygmy Corydoras\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the smallest Corydoras species, prized for its miniature size, peaceful nature, and fascinating habit of moving through both the lower and middle levels of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for planted nano and community aquariums, these tiny catfish create an especially beautiful display when maintained in a group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✨ Why aquarists love Pygmy Corydoras\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eMiniature size\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the smallest Corydoras species available\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003ePeaceful and social\u003c\/strong\u003e — excellent for calm community aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eUnique swimming style\u003c\/strong\u003e — frequently moves through the midwater as well as near the substrate\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for planted aquariums\u003c\/strong\u003e — adds life without overwhelming an aquascape\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHighly engaging species\u003c\/strong\u003e — fascinating to observe in groups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🌍 About the species\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e originates from \u003cstrong\u003eSouth America\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly the upper Madeira River region and surrounding freshwater habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese tiny catfish are known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver-grey body with a distinctive dark lateral stripe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact body and delicate proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall barbels and armored body plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong social instincts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFascinating combination of bottom-level and midwater swimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir miniature size and unusual swimming behavior make them especially popular among nano-aquarium enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🏡 Ideal aquarium setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy Corydoras thrive best in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNano planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNature-style aquascapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth American biotope aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature freshwater systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 liters or larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sand or smooth substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense aquatic plants and shaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle filtration and water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Compatibility notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy Corydoras are \u003cstrong\u003eextremely peaceful and social\u003c\/strong\u003e and should ideally be kept with other peaceful, similarly sized species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot ideal with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge predatory fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive cichlids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge territorial bottom dwellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish capable of 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Live Arrival Guaranteed*\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstant Refund for DoAs in accordance with our Refund Policy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👉 You are not taking the risk alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧭 Is this right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ You maintain a nano or planted aquarium\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You want a peaceful miniature catfish\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You appreciate unusual schooling behavior\u003cbr\u003e✔️ You want active fish without large bioload requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Not ideal if:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou keep large predatory fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour aquarium contains aggressive tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou use sharp or abrasive substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer large centerpiece fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🔬 Nero Labs Standard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fish are maintained with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControlled batch monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservation-based selection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStress-aware handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurvival-focused transport preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe prioritize long-term health, structural quality, coloration, and behavioral stability over bulk-volume movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e👉 Add miniature charm to your planted aquarium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the peaceful nature, fascinating movement, and tiny elegance of the \u003cstrong\u003ePygmy Corydoras (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eNero Labs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003ePygmy Corydoras (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pygmy Corydoras (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e), offered by Nero Labs, is a selectively maintained ornamental dwarf catfish recognized for its miniature size, delicate silver coloration, dark lateral stripe, and highly social shoaling behaviour. Native to freshwater tributaries of South America, this species naturally inhabits shallow, slow-moving waters with fine substrates, submerged vegetation, and leaf litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts compact body typically displays a silvery to pale grey base coloration with a distinctive dark horizontal stripe extending along the lateral line. The streamlined body and relatively large eyes give the Pygmy Corydoras a delicate appearance, while its small adult size makes it particularly suitable for carefully planned nano and planted aquarium systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many larger Corydoras, \u003cem\u003eC. pygmaeus\u003c\/em\u003e spends considerable time swimming in the lower and middle portions of the water column. Individuals frequently move together in loose shoals, periodically settling onto the substrate to forage before returning to open-water activity. This combination of benthic and midwater behaviour makes them especially engaging to observe in planted aquaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimens supplied are lab-reared and system-acclimated within controlled, closed-system environments, minimizing early-life stress and supporting reliable long-term adaptation to aquarium conditions. This lineage represents domesticated ornamental stock maintained for structural health, behavioural stability, and aquarium suitability rather than wild ecological function or conservation deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem \u0026amp; Rearing Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e In-house, Nero Labs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRearing environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlled, closed system\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selectively maintained ornamental dwarf Corydoras\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, highly social, shoaling\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower to midwater, with frequent substrate activity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivorous; accepts appropriately sized prepared, frozen, and live feeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine sand, planted areas, leaf litter, and gentle water movement\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stable; lateral stripe and silver coloration become more defined with maturity and good conditioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorphological traits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature body with characteristic dark lateral stripe and delicate finnage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor variation in stripe intensity, body tone, and overall size may occur between individuals and reflects normal biological diversity within maintained ornamental populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailability \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of Pygmy Corydoras is cycle-dependent and determined by biological readiness rather than inventory-driven targets. This species is suitable for beginner to advanced aquarists seeking a peaceful miniature schooling fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited for planted nano aquaria, South American-inspired community systems, and peaceful freshwater displays emphasizing natural shoaling behaviour and subtle coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePygmy Corydoras should be maintained in a suitably sized group to encourage confident social behaviour. Fine, smooth substrate is recommended to protect their sensitive barbels, while gentle filtration and adequate cover help create a stable environment for this small species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEthical \u0026amp; Operational Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistribution of Pygmy Corydoras through Nero Labs prioritizes organism welfare, lineage integrity, and responsible propagation of ornamental dwarf catfish. 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