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When mixing different cory cats species, it is essential to understand the difference between a fish grouping and exhibiting schooling behavior. Although corydoras are social animals that enjoy the company of their fellows, forming a true school requires the presence of individuals of the same species.<\/p>\n
When talking about schooling behavior, we refer to a cohesive group of fish that swim together in a coordinated fashion, exhibiting complex social behaviors. We can associate the shoal as a single organism, with movements, and communications of its own, without the individual character.<\/p>\n
In these schools, fish follow a leader, maintain an organized formation, and demonstrate synchrony in their movements. These behaviors are vital for communication, defense against predators, and foraging.<\/p>\n
In the aquarium, when kept together, different cory catfish species can group, even if they do not exhibit the typical shoaling behavior of the species.<\/p>\n
This behavior is standard as a result of a restricted and shared environment. They may choose to stay close to each other, taking advantage of the presence of companions to feel more secure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This formation presents a great individual character, where many times only the predominant species of the shoal will perform some behavior; groups do not involve the same coordination and social interaction found in a true school.<\/p>\n
When observing different species of corydoras grouping, it is crucial to remember that each has its own behavioral characteristics and environmental preferences.<\/p>\n
Even because some species live in similar regions or places with the same water conditions does not mean that they form a school or interact in a socially coordinated way.<\/p>\n
Knowing the distinctions between species is critical when considering the possibility of mixing cory species in the same aquarium.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Although they can group, it does not replace the need to provide a suitable environment for each species. Each species has its requirements, and mixing them indiscriminately can lead to compatibility issues and stress.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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