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The Most Cute Aquarium Fish Ever Found – Meet the Pygmy Cory You Can’t Resist! If you’re searching for aquarium fish that truly capture your heart with their tiny frames, playful personality, and irresistibly cute looks, look no further than the Pygmy Cory (Corydoras pygmaeus). This miniature freshwater gem is quickly becoming one of the most beloved fish in the planted tank or community aquarium scene—especially among aquarists who adore small, charming fish that bring life and energy without overwhelming a tank. ### A Tiny Treasure: The Pygmy Cory in a Nutshell The Pygmy Cory is a dwarf member of the Corydoras family, native to the slow-moving streams and floodplains of South America—particularly Brazil and parts of the Amazon basin. Weighing less than a gram and reaching just 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5–3.8 cm) in length, this little fish packs a big punch in appearance and charm. With its striking black vertical stripes, rounded body, and delicately translucent fins, the Pygmy Cory looks like a miniature underwater painting.