One of the first bottom feeding fish many aquarists purchase is the albino Corydoras. There are over 100 species of Corydoras. The corydoras are peaceful bottom feeders that can be kept in community aquariums. They are heavily armored and have sharp spines on their pectoral and dorsal fins.
A pH between 7.0 and 8.0 and temperature around 24°c are ideal conditions for most Corydora. Maintain good filtration and preferred a 10% water exchange every two weeks or 25% once a month.Because these fish like to congregate in groups, open areas should be available near the front of the tank. Some cover should also be provided for them to take refuge in. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel with rounded edges. Corydoras are shoaling fish, meaning they like to hang out together.
Corydoras are omnivores and typically feed on the bottom, Tropical Granules and Algae Rounds are all excellent foods for these catfish. For best results feed a variety of high quality foods, and rotate your fishes’ diet daily.
Corydoras are egg depositors, and are known to place their adhesive eggs among plants and even on the glass.
