Corydoras Catfish
Scientific Name : Corydoras spp.
Common Names : Albino Corydoras, Armored Catfish, Plated Catfish, Bronze Catfish, Mailed Catfish, Cory Catfish
Care Level : Easy
Size : 2.5 inches (6 cm)
pH : 6 – 8
Temperature : 72°F – 78°F (22°C – 26°C)
Water Hardness : 5° to 18° dH,
Lifespan : 3 – 5 years
Origin / Habitat : South America
Temperament / Behavior : Very peaceful.
Breeding / Mating / Reproduction : Breeding them can be difficult in the home aquarium.
Tank Size : 10 gallon or larger.
Compatible Tank Mates : Many, due to their peaceful nature.
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Diet / Fish Food : Bottom feeder, they will scavenge around the tank looking for scraps. Supplement their diet with Algae Wafers that sink to the bottom of the tank.
Tank Region : Bottom
Gender : Females are larger and rounder than the males of the same age.
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The Corydoras Catfish, or Cory Cat, is an excellent addition to most community tanks because of their peaceful nature. Bottom dwellers, they are content to constantly rummage around the bottom of the tank looking for scraps.
They prefer to be in schools of 6 or more but many keep one or two corydoras in their smaller tanks.
Cory cats enjoy feeding on tropical fish food that will sink to the bottom such as algae wafers or shrimp pellets
