{"product_id":"napoensis-corydora","title":"Napoensis Corydora","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"437\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eNapoensis Corydoras are small, peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish from South America, prized for their attractive patterning, active behaviour and manageable adult size. Their pale body is decorated with dark markings and spotting, giving them a distinctive appearance among the smaller Corydoras species.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"687\"\u003eLike other Corydoras, Napoensis are social fish that spend much of their time exploring the substrate with their sensitive barbels. They are particularly entertaining in groups, frequently swimming together before returning to the bottom to forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"689\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eA fine sand substrate is ideal, allowing them to naturally sift through the substrate without damaging their barbels. Plants, driftwood and other décor provide additional shelter and help create a comfortable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eThey are peaceful community fish and can be kept with small tetras, rasboras, peaceful livebearers and other non-aggressive species. Their relatively small size also makes them a good option for smaller community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x0f5v3\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o7p6qw\" data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eCorydoras napoensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h9nl8d\" data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Napoensis Corydoras, Napo Cory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x053ew\" data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Callichthyidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rw5kbn\" data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater bottom-dwelling catfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qv596u\" data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lw49rr\" data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1386\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vjom9x\" data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10l17m8\" data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eMinimum Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"izxd4r\" data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bft19\" data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1454tu5\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"552ipx\" data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods and live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xboh6j\" data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bh91hy\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"124z4kr\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1676\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–8 years with good care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1etqavz\" data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful community and planted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"183pdv2\" data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine sand or smooth gravel recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1r8frcv\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1rx9hsq\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1935\"\u003eHow many Napoensis Corydoras should be kept together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eA group of six or more is recommended. They are social fish and generally become more confident and active when kept in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"r4co7q\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eAre Napoensis Corydoras suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003eYes. They are relatively easy to care for when provided with clean, stable water, appropriate food and suitable substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"occwr1\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2243\" data-end=\"2294\"\u003eWhat substrate is best for Napoensis Corydoras?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2440\"\u003eFine sand is ideal. Smooth, rounded gravel can also be used, but sharp or abrasive gravel should be avoided because it can damage their barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6qtqwn\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eDo Napoensis Corydoras clean the aquarium?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003eThey help consume food that reaches the bottom, but they are not a substitute for regular water changes and aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1p4086f\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eCan they be kept with shrimp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eYes. They are peaceful and generally compatible with adult freshwater shrimp. Very small shrimp fry may occasionally be eaten while the Corydoras forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"6xfges\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2851\"\u003eWhat should Napoensis Corydoras eat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2986\"\u003eProvide quality sinking Corydoras pellets or wafers, supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10qn8xj\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3006\"\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nagz74\" data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3044\"\u003eKeeping only one or two Corydoras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15dc6hp\" data-start=\"3045\" data-end=\"3081\"\u003eUsing sharp or abrasive substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lv939l\" data-start=\"3082\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003eAssuming they can survive entirely on leftover food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rzidcy\" data-start=\"3137\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003eFailing to provide sinking foods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fzzia7\" data-start=\"3173\" data-end=\"3211\"\u003eAdding them to an uncycled aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"183coe0\" data-start=\"3212\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003eKeeping them with aggressive or highly competitive tankmates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50567595786379,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/9a1w1Iu4txqSqib6-k5Xd95Xw8ugQzqIGRQzHZVbXqv-4B49bS9con0H1MXPVAK6cYRPMNhn8h6MQonmP6aihZsnBWOmfygUMPq-8oyRBG0UmxdOUbxdG9KzsAQQdL7WaSjTii5snoSCY7iBkH8GOUCUTfilzQD2yWXugu4yjhOg3B86D020nnG.jpg?v=1790656296","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/napoensis-corydora","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}