Catfish

Corydoras Catfish

Corydoras are small, peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish that clean the substrate. They are social and should be kept in groups of 6 or more....

Height (male)

3–7 cm

Weight (male)

0.001–0.005 kg

Lifespan

5–10 years

Grooming

Low — regular water changes

Exercise

Requires minimum 40 litres for a group of 6

Origin

South America

Coat Type

Armoured body with barbels — bronze, albino, panda, sterbai

Size

Small

Temperament

Peaceful, social, active (bottom), hardy, entertaining

Good with children Good with dogs

Exercise & Care

Exercise: Requires minimum 40 litres for a group of 6. They need soft substrate to protect their barbels.

Grooming: Low — regular water changes. They help keep the bottom clean.

Coat: Armoured body with barbels — bronze, albino, panda, sterbai

Health & Considerations

Known health issues

Barbel infections, ich, poor water quality, rough substrate injuries

Origin

South America

Size category

Small

About the Corydoras Catfish

Corydoras are small, peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish that clean the substrate. They are social and should be kept in groups of 6 or more.

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