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A “Melini Cory,” also known as the “False Bandit Cory” or Corydoras melini, is a peaceful, bottom-dwelling catfish species native to South America, often kept in groups in planted community tanks.
Here’s a more detailed look:
Key Characteristics
Appearance: They resemble the “Bandit Cory” (Corydoras metae), but the Melini Cory’s stripe extends down into the tail.
Behavior: They are peaceful, hardy, and social, thriving in groups of at least 5+
Habitat: They are commonly found in blackwater streams in Brazil.
Tank Conditions: They prefer soft sand substrates and shaded areas created by driftwood, leaf litter, and plants.
Diet: They are bottom-dwelling scavengers, feeding on worms, benthic crustaceans, insects, and plant matter.
Water Parameters: They prefer water with a pH of 6.0-8.0, a water hardness of 2-25 dGH, and a temperature range of 72-79°F (22-26°C).
Compatibility: They are compatible with other small, peaceful species like neon tetras, rasboras, Otocinclus, and other Corydoras species.
Breeding: They can be bred in a similar fashion to other Corydoras species.
Size: They grow to a length of up to 2.0 inches (5.1 centimeters).
