{"product_id":"sterbai-cory","title":"Sterbai Cory | Corydoras sterbai","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSterbai Corydoras \u003cem\u003e(Corydoras sterbai)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Locally bred in Oregon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMin. Group Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-82°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMax Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0-7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, schooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great with peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, small livebearers, dwarf cichlids, and other corydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetta Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent tank mate for bettas in 20 gallon or larger tanks, since their preference for warmer water matches what bettas need. Keep them in a group of 6 or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSterbai Corydoras (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai)\u003c\/em\u003e are one of the most recognizable corys in the hobby. They have a dark body covered in crisp white spots, with bright orange pectoral fins that stand out against their patterned sides. They are active bottom dwellers that spend their day sifting through the substrate and moving together in tight groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnlike many corys, Sterbai are comfortable in warmer water, which makes them a great fit for tropical community tanks and betta setups kept at higher temperatures. Their native waters are small tributaries, creeks, and flooded forest pools in Brazil and Bolivia, and they do well in both planted tanks and simple natural setups with driftwood and leaf litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThey do best in established aquariums with soft sand or fine, smooth gravel to protect their barbels. Clean substrate and regular water changes are important, as corys are sensitive to poor water conditions. Sterbai are peaceful and social, so keep them in groups to reduce stress and bring out their confident, playful behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThey accept sinking pellets and wafers along with frozen and live foods like brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms, and a varied diet keeps them healthy and active. With good care, they are hardy and rewarding to keep, adding personality and a pop of orange to nano and mid size community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PNW Bettas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44654891663539,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/2643\/6531\/files\/3_958e413b-dd6e-4cbb-9fd1-b969a499ca8e.png?v=1791418423","url":"https:\/\/www.pnwbettas.com\/products\/sterbai-cory","provider":"PNW Bettas ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}