{"product_id":"salt-pepper-cory","title":"Salt \u0026 Pepper Cory","description":"\u003cp\u003eSalt \u0026amp; Pepper Cory (also known as Corydoras habrosus) are small, lively bottom-dwellers admired for their speckled gray and black pattern that gives them their “salt and pepper” appearance. Their compact size and constant activity make them a perfect choice for nano and community aquariums, where they bring subtle beauty and nonstop movement to the lower levels of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese peaceful and social fish love to stay in groups, often seen darting around together or gently sifting through the substrate in search of food. Despite their small size, they are hardy and adaptable when kept in stable, well-maintained conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Guide ✔️\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 10–15 gallons\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C (72–79°F)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003epH Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore – sinking micro pellets, wafers, and frozen\/live foods like baby brine shrimp or daphnia\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, very social\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eSchool Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in groups of 6 or more\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eTank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, peaceful community fish\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years with proper care\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eWater Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, gentle flow with regular water changes\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine sand preferred to protect delicate barbels\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eAquascape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants, leaf litter, and hiding spots recommended\u003cbr\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner-friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalt \u0026amp; Pepper Corys are an excellent choice for aquarists looking to add a small, active, and peaceful bottom-dweller that thrives in groups and brings life to every corner of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Primal Paradise Pets","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":45747496222918,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Group of 3","offer_id":45747496255686,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3726\/7142\/files\/image4-3.jpg?v=1776721506","url":"https:\/\/primalparadisepets.ca\/products\/salt-pepper-cory","provider":"Primal Paradise Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}