{"product_id":"bandit-cory-catfish-corydoras-metae-tank-bred","title":"Bandit Cory Catfish (Corydoras metae) - Tank Bred","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vi2wbg\" data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"284\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eThe Bandit Cory Catfish is one of the most recognizable and beloved members of the \u003cem data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/em\u003e genus. Instantly identified by the bold black \"bandit mask\" stretching across its eyes and the striking dark dorsal marking that resembles a flowing cape, this charming catfish combines distinctive beauty with the peaceful personality that has made Corydoras some of the most popular community fish in the freshwater aquarium hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eOur tank-bred, locally bred Bandit Cory Catfish are exceptionally well adapted to aquarium life and thrive in peaceful planted community aquariums. Constantly active, they spend their day exploring the substrate, investigating every corner of the aquarium, and foraging together with other Corydoras. Their playful social behavior and nonstop activity often make them one of the first fish visitors notice, despite spending nearly all of their lives along the bottom of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eAt Aquatic Arts, Bandit Cory Catfish have become one of our favorite Corydoras because they perfectly represent everything hobbyists love about the genus. They are peaceful, personable, endlessly entertaining, and thrive when maintained in groups. Whether you're building your first community aquarium or adding to an established South American aquascape, the Bandit Cory Catfish is a species you'll enjoy watching every single day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1637\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"19linld\" data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1669\"\u003eWhat We Love About This Fish\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"m7xhmy\" data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eDistinctive black \"bandit mask\" and flowing dorsal marking unlike any other Corydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rvv63u\" data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003eConstantly active schooling catfish that brings movement to the bottom of the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"izlmy3\" data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eOutstanding companion for peaceful planted community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16ypete\" data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eTank-bred and locally bred specimens that readily adapt to aquarium life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"yiomwc\" data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xut8vz\" data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lw49rr\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w567y0\" data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore (Sinking Pellets, Frozen Foods, Live Foods, and Premium Prepared Foods)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10seffq\" data-start=\"2158\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tank-Bred, Locally Bred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cjo6k\" data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eAverage Adult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2–2.5 Inches (5.5–6.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"y004it\" data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eAverage Purchase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–1.25 Inches (2.5–3.2 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xboh6j\" data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"756a2d\" data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2378\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eActivity Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active Throughout the Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"x2z7ha\" data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2381\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003eSocial Classification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schooling Species (Groups of 6 or More Recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"170kj3l\" data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2482\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eShrimp Safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2487\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1j3vb15\" data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eRecommended Tank Parameters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1cld4q8\" data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eMinimum Aquarium Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ncuxp0\" data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2596\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F (22–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a3ykc\" data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2–7.6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tmpuor\" data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2624\"\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–12 dGH (35–215 ppm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o685lv\" data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eKH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–8 dKH (35–140 ppm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u0o4sp\" data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003eTDS:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–250 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2705\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"q5duz9\" data-start=\"2707\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eSwimming Zone\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"3233\"\u003eBandit Cory Catfish spend nearly all of their lives exploring the lower regions of the aquarium. They move together in loose schools, sifting through the substrate with their sensitive barbels while weaving between driftwood, aquatic plants, and rocks in search of food. Unlike many bottom-dwelling fish that remain hidden throughout the day, healthy Bandit Cory Catfish remain active from morning until lights out, making them one of the most entertaining species to observe in a peaceful community aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3238\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"9vlqr5\" data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3259\"\u003eWhy Aquatic Arts?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3261\" data-end=\"3645\"\u003eEvery Bandit Cory Catfish is carefully quarantined, observed, and conditioned before being offered for sale. Our tank-bred, locally bred fish are healthy, actively feeding, and fully acclimated to aquarium life before shipment. 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