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Julii Corydoras

Corydoras julii · South America (Brazil, lower Amazon tributaries)

Minimum tank20 gal
Adult size2"
Care levelEasy
TemperamentPeaceful
Temperature72–78°F
pH range6.0–7.5

Diet

Omnivore – sinking pellets, frozen bloodworms, tubifex worms

Compatible tank mates

Tetras, small barbs, rasboras, livebearers, peaceful community fish

Tank mates to avoid

Aggressive or very large fish

Care notes

Spotted pattern (not connected lines — distinguishes true julii from trilineatus). Hardy and popular community fish. Keep 6+. Sand substrate; sensitive to salt.

Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.

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