Bronze Corydoras
NameBronze Corydoras
Scientific NameCorydoras aeneus
Common NamesBronze Corydoras, Green Corydoras, Aeneus Corydoras, Bronze Catfish
FamilyCallichthyidae
OriginSouth America, Amazon Basin, Trinidad, Venezuela, Colombia, Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)3
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesNeon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Rasbora, Guppy, Molly, Platy, Dwarf Gourami, Otocinclus Catfish, Ram Cichlid, Other peaceful Corydoras species
Description
The Bronze Corydoras is a popular and hardy freshwater catfish known for its peaceful nature and bottom-dwelling habits. They are schooling fish, displaying an iridescent bronze-green sheen along their bodies, and are excellent scavengers for community aquariums. These active fish thrive in groups of six or more.
