Black Diamond Corydoras CW49
Corydoras sp.
Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 is a peaceful bottom-dwelling corydoras.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 2.2" (≤ 5.5 cm)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom dweller
- Temperature
- 75–79°F (24–26°C)
- pH
- 6–7.2
- GH
- 2–20 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 24–26 °C, pH 6–7.2, GH 2–20 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Offer good-quality sinking tablets and occasional small live or frozen foods.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Colombia.
Breeding notes
The CW049 trade code identifies an undescribed Hoplisoma, not CW051 or the unnumbered long-snouted form. No formal species name is assigned.
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FAQ
How large does Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 get?
Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 reaches ≤ 2.2" (≤ 5.5 cm).
Is Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 peaceful?
Yes. Black Diamond Corydoras CW49 is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Black Diamond Corydoras CW49?
Keep it between 24 to 26 °C.
