Albino Corydora
An aquarium form of the familiar Bronze Cory, this is an ideal catfish for the community aquarium. Must be kept on a soft sand substrate and maintained in groups of 5 or more due to shoaling nature. Some shady planted areas should be provided. Corydoras have the ability to breathe air intestinally, so a small gap should be left between the surface of the water and the cover slides in order for the fish to come up to the surface and take air in. It may do this numerous times per day.
| Synonyms | Callichthys aeneus, Corydoras macrosteus, Corydoras microps, Corydoras schulzei, Hoplosoma aeneum, Corydoras aeneus |
| Distribution | The original form is known from Colombia and Trinidad to the La Plata River basin east of the Andes, South America. |
| Maximum Size | 7.5cm (3") |
| Temperature | 20-27°C |
| Water Parameters | Will acclimatise to a wide range of water conditions, providing that good water quality is maintained. |
| Compatibility | Community |
| Lighting | No special requirements |
| Sexual Dimorphism | Females grow slightly larger and appear wider when viewed from above. Males are slimmer. |
| Feeding | Catfish pellets, granules, flake and frozen foods |
R45.00
