Bronze Corydoras
Corydoras aeneus
Callichthyidae
About
The bronze corydoras is one of the hardiest and most beginner-friendly catfish in the hobby, sporting a metallic bronze-green sheen along its armored flanks. Native to slow-moving waters across a vast South American range, it constantly patrols the substrate on three pairs of sensitive barbels, sifting sand for food. A gregarious species that is visibly happier and more active in groups of six or more.
Care
Keep in groups of 6+ over soft sand with gentle flow and stable, well-oxygenated water. Very forgiving of parameters but sensitive to sharp gravel and nitrate spikes.
Diet
Omnivorous scavenger; offer sinking wafers, frozen and live foods. Ensure food reaches the bottom rather than being intercepted by mid-water fish.
Tankmate compatibility
Gets along with (21)
Possible with care (29)
Avoid (1)
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