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🌿 Corydoras Melanistius – A Hardy and Beautifully Marked Bottom Dweller!
The Corydoras Melanistius is a peaceful and active freshwater catfish known for its attractive spotted and banded markings. These bottom dwellers are excellent for keeping the aquarium clean as they continuously forage for leftover food. Their social and playful nature makes them a fantastic addition to any peaceful community tank. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance, highly active species, the Corydoras Melanistius is a great choice! Please note: The picture is a representation of the species. The actual fish you receive will be similar, but coloration may vary. 🌿
Key Features:
- Scientific Name: Corydoras melanistius
- Common Name: Bandit Corydoras
- Size at Maturity: Up to 2.5 inches
- Tank Size: Minimum of 15 gallons
- Temperament: Peaceful; best kept in groups of 5 or more
- Diet: Omnivorous – enjoys sinking pellets, algae wafers, and live/frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
- Water Parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-78°F
- Compatibility: Ideal for peaceful community aquariums
The Corydoras Melanistius thrives in soft, sandy substrates with plenty of hiding spots such as plants, driftwood, and rock formations. Their schooling nature and energetic foraging make them an entertaining and beneficial addition to any tank. 🌊
📦 Shipping Information
- We Ship on Mondays and Wednesdays via overnight shipping to ensure your Corydoras Melanistius arrives safely and promptly. 🚚
- Take advantage of our flat shipping rate based on your region! Each additional item in your order adds just $2.40 to the shipping cost. This makes it easy and affordable to stock your aquarium with multiple items while benefiting from the same overnight shipping rate. 🐠
- Why is it worth it? Overnight shipping ensures healthier fish with less travel stress, giving them the best start in their new home! 🌟
- Heat Packs or Cold Packs will be included depending on the destination. To help us choose the right packaging, feel free to include a note with the temperature in your area at checkout. ❄️🔥
- To avoid delays or extended weekend holds, we aim to ship at the start of the week, but timing may depend on your location. 🗓️
✅ DOA Guarantee (Dead on Arrival)
At Source Aquatics, we stand by the quality of our fish and your satisfaction. In the rare case of a DOA:
- Photos Required: Please send photos of the fish in its sealed bag within 2 hours of the delivery timestamp. Afterward, take a photo of the fish on a napkin or paper towel. 📸
- Refund Policy: DOA refunds apply only to the fish, not the shipping costs. We ship your order as quickly as possible, but sometimes it may take 2-3 business days to prepare.
🐟 Out of Stock? No Problem!
If we’re out of stock after you’ve placed your order, you have options:
- Choose a Replacement Fish from our collection.
- Wait Until It’s Back in Stock – we’ll notify you as soon as it is available.
- Request a Full Refund – we value transparency and will make it right. 💯
Order your Corydoras Melanistius today and enjoy their playful and peaceful nature in your aquarium! We look forward to providing you with the best shopping experience at Source Aquatics. 🌿🐠
