Bronze corydoras
Corydoras aeneus
Family : Callichthyidae
Small armored catfish, very popular for cleaning the bottom. Peaceful and gregarious.
Description
Bronze corydoras grows 6-7 cm. Its body is stocky, covered with bony plates (armor). Coloration is bronze to metallic green on the back, lighter on the belly. It has sensory barbels around the mouth. It is a gregarious bottom fish that lives in groups. It is very active and sifts through the substrate for food. It is known for its hardiness.
Habitat
Region :
This catfish lives in shallow, slow-moving waters with a sandy or muddy bottom. It is found in streams, rivers, and ponds. Vegetation is often present.
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Recommended parameters
Care
Care notes
A minimum 60-liter aquarium for a group of 5-6 individuals. Temperature 22-26°C, pH 6.0-7.5, low to medium hardness. A fine sand substrate is essential to avoid damaging barbels. A setup with hiding spots and moderate current is appreciated. Omnivorous, accepts bottom tablets, worms, and flakes. Compatible with all peaceful fish. Avoid aggressive or overly large species.
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