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<b>Common Names:</b> Swartz's Cory Cat, Twin Bar Cory
<br><b>Scientific Name:</b> <i>Corydoras schwartzi</i>
<br><b>Family:</b> Callichthyidae
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<br><b>Alkalinity:</b> 5.8-7.0 pH
<br><b>Temp:</b> 72-79°F
<br><b>Hardness:</b> 2-12 KH
<br><b>Life Span:</b> 5 years
<br><b>Maximum Size:</b> 2½ inches
<br><b>Preferred Tank Size:</b> 30g
<br><b>Diet:</b> Omnivore
<br><b>Breeding:</b> Success in breeding the Swartz's Cory has been attained with a low water level and a dH lower than 6.
<br><b>Temerament:</b> Peaceful
<br><b>Compatible:</b> Angelfish, Barbs, Bettas, Danios/Minnows, Discus, Fancy Goldfish, Gouramis, Guppies, Hatchets, Killifish, Loaches, Mollies, Platies, Plecos, Rainbowfish, Rasboras, Suckermouth Catfish, Swordtails, and Tetras.
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<br><b>Habitat:</b> well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding places that provide relief from the light. A smooth sand or gravel substrate is needed because of the easily damaged barbells. Keep in schools of 6 or more.
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<br><b>In The Wild:</b> Rio Negro and Rio Uaupes in South America
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