Iven Betta
Corydoras Elegans
Description
The Corydoras Elegans is a small, elegant tropical freshwater catfish that brings graceful motion and practical behavior to your aquarium. Measuring up to about 3.5 cm, this serene bottom-dweller glides along the substrate, instinctively foraging for tiny scraps and contributing to a cleaner, more natural tank environment.
Originating in inland South American waters, Corydoras Elegans is native to the Upper Amazon River basin, spanning Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. In captivity, this lineage translates to a fish that thrives in a well-maintained, peaceful community setup where it can swim close to the bottom and interact gently with its tank mates.
Key characteristics
- Scientific and common name: Corydoras Elegans, elegant catfish
- Size: About 3.5 cm in length
- Family/subfamily: Callichthyidae, Corydoradinae
- Natural range: Upper Amazon River basin (Brazil, Colombia, Peru)
Why it’s a standout choice for your aquarium
- Substrate-foraging interest: Its natural behavior of inspecting the substrate adds lively, purposeful movement to the bottom of the tank, making mealtime more dynamic for the entire community.
- Peaceful, social temperament: Ideal for mixed-species aquariums with other calm, non-aggressive fish; it won’t disrupt feeding or territory boundaries.
- Low-profile, compact presence: Its small size makes it a perfect fit for nano tanks or setups where space is at a premium, without sacrificing personality.
- Low-maintenance compatibility: Suited to well-kept tropical freshwater setups, it contributes to a balanced tank ecosystem when provided with proper water quality and a gentle feeding routine.
Ideal for hobbyists building a diverse, naturalistic community tank, Corydoras Elegans pairs well with other peaceful species and acts as a diligent, unobtrusive member of the clean-up crew. Its presence adds behavioral interest and a touch of South American biodiversity to your aquarium—without demanding special treatment or complex care routines.
Bring home Corydoras Elegans to enjoy a small but captivating focal point along the tank’s substrate layer, along with the dependable, friendly activity that this elegant catfish brings to everyday aquarium life.
Shipping & delivery
LOCAL DELIVERY
1. Delivery within Singapore will be charged at a flat rate of SGD10 per order for standard delivery and SGD10 - 25 per order for express delivery, regardless of the number of items.
2. Local orders above SGD100 will be entitled to FREE standard delivery.
3. Your order will be delivered by courier for livestocks or by registered parcel for plants and accessories.
4. You will receive a notification via email or sms when the order has been dispatched.
5. We are unable to ship orders to restricted locations in Singapore including: Changi Air Freight Center, Changi Airport, Jurong Island, Jurong Port, PSA Terminal Wharves – Tanjong Pagar / Pasir Panjang / Sembawang and MINDEF COMCEN.
6. Your order will be ready for delivery within 3 to 7 working days (Wed or Saturday), orders for livestock will be packed on the same day for the dispatch.
7. In the event of Death on Arrival (DOA), please send clear photo or video of the unopened bag by email within 24 hours. Buyer can opt for a replacement of similar value and make payment for shipping again or request for a refund LESS the costs of delivery / shipping.
TRACKING YOUR ORDERS
- JANIO
- J&T EXPRESS
- LALAMOVE
- UPARCEL
International Shipment
(Shipment of wild bettas only )
Shipment Schedule
IMPORTER Contact Info
1. Orders from overseas will be dispatched directly from our holding facilities to the Exporter.
2. The shipping fee is calculated based on the number of fishes plus the cargo, quarantine costs from our holding facilities to the Exporter and all the way to the Transhipper (Importer).
3. The shipping fee DOES NOT cover the handling and postage fees from Transhipper to your address.
4. Buyers are required to PAY the transhipping fee directly to the Transhipper.
5. You will be notified of the shipment dates available via email.
6. It will take 2-3 days for the order to reach the Exporter, and another 1-2 days for it to arrive at your Transhipper.
7. The Transhipper will then ship the order to you upon receiving confirmation of your preferred shipping date and address.
8. In the event of Death on Arrival (DOA) with the exception of Betta Macrostomas, please send clear photo or video of the unopened bag by email within 24 hours. Buyer can opt for a replacement of similar value and make payment for shipping again or request for a refund LESS the costs of delivery / shipping.
Kindly email us at hello@ivenbetta.com.
Thank you for shopping with us.
Death on arrival (DOA)
In the event of death on arrival, please send a clear photo or video of the unopened bag by email to hello@ivenbetta.com within 24 hours. You can opt for a replacement of similar value (with shipping paid again) or a refund less the delivery / shipping costs.
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