{"product_id":"tail-spot-corydoras-corydoras-hastatus","title":"Tail Spot Corydoras (Corydoras Hastatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eTiny, active, and wonderfully distinctive — the \u003cstrong\u003eTail Spot Corydoras\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras hastatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the smallest and most charming Corydoras species in the freshwater hobby. Like its close relative the Pygmy Cory, the Tail Spot is a mid-water schooler that darts and hovers in open water in tight groups, and is instantly recognizable by the bold black spot at the base of its tail — the feature that gives this species its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTail Spot Cory, Dwarf Corydoras, Hastatus Cory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eCorydoras hastatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazil and Bolivia (upper Paraguay and Amazon tributaries)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 inch (2.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 – 5 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner – Easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful; active mid-water schooler\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tail Spot Cory has a slender, semi-transparent body with a silver to pale cream colouration and a bold black spot at the base of the caudal fin — the distinctive “tail spot” that gives this species its name. A thin dark lateral stripe runs along the body. Their tiny size, active mid-water swimming style, and tight schooling behaviour make a group of Tail Spot Corys one of the most dynamic and entertaining sights in any nano or planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters \u0026amp; Tank Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72 – 79°F (22 – 26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Hardness (GH):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – 12 dGH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 10 gallons for a group of 8+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft sand or fine gravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlants \u0026amp; Decor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planted tanks with open swimming space; floating plants appreciated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStaple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Micro sinking pellets and nano fish flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby brine shrimp, micro worms, daphnia, and small bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed small amounts 2–3 times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest kept in groups of 10 or more. Perfect for nano community tanks. Good tank mates include Chili Rasboras, Ember Tetras, Celestial Pearl Danios, Pygmy Corys, and Neocaridina shrimp. Avoid any fish large enough to eat them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTail Spot Corydoras\u003c\/strong\u003e is a nano aquarium gem — tiny, active, and endlessly entertaining. Keep a large group and enjoy their lively mid-water schooling behaviour every day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53247044845841,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/9225\/6785\/files\/TailSpotPygmyCorydorasedited4_1200x1200_25aad65e-4ef7-467a-9d68-251c52d32d33.webp?v=1773546452","url":"https:\/\/www.aquapets.ca\/products\/tail-spot-corydoras-corydoras-hastatus","provider":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}