I had a very hard time recently with newly bought C. melini. The mortality was unusually high for me. They were bought from a LFS, which has good maintenance practices and is one of the most trusted sources in my area. They keep their fish in straight tap water, which is different from mine. Tap ...

Hi everyone. I was wondering how many people here use Potassium Permanganate in early stages of QT for new Corydoras and Plecos? Can anyone share their experience(s)? Thanks

I concur with others as to the size of the tank being too small for any. Even pygmy Corydoras need a larger one, because they must be kept in a group.
Not sure if anyone commented on advice your LFS gave you, but a bristlenose too would be too large eventually. A fully grown can be easily a 5” fish ...