{"product_id":"skunk-corydoras","title":"Skunk Corydoras (Corydoras loxozonus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSkunk Corydoras (Corydoras loxozonus)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a peaceful and attractive freshwater catfish known for the bold black stripe running from its snout across its back to the tail. This distinctive marking gives the fish its popular common name, \u003cstrong\u003eSkunk Corydoras\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the most recognizable Cory species in the aquarium hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the upper Río Meta Basin in Colombia, Skunk Corys are social schooling fish that thrive in groups and spend their days foraging across the substrate in search of food. Their peaceful temperament, hardy nature, and unique appearance make them an excellent addition to community aquariums and planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosely related to \u003cem\u003eCorydoras arcuatus\u003c\/em\u003e, the Skunk Corydoras features a thicker stripe and slightly rounder body shape, giving it a distinctive look that many hobbyists prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCorydoras loxozonus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skunk Corydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–79°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom Dweller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchooling Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Skunk Corydoras?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Distinctive black \"skunk\" stripe pattern\u003cbr\u003e✔ Peaceful community fish\u003cbr\u003e✔ Active and social schooling behavior\u003cbr\u003e✔ Excellent bottom-dwelling scavenger\u003cbr\u003e✔ Perfect for planted aquariums\u003cbr\u003e✔ Beginner friendly and hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkunk Corydoras thrive in mature aquariums with soft substrate and plenty of places to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gallons minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sand or smooth gravel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriftwood and caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroups of 6 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine sand is highly recommended because it protects their sensitive barbels and encourages natural foraging behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiet \u0026amp; 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