Masquerade Corydoras
NameMasquerade Corydoras
Scientific NameCorydoras atropersonatus
Common NamesMasquerade Corydoras, Masquerade Cory
FamilyCallichthyidae
OriginSouth America, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelbeginner
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesNeon Tetra, Cardinal Tetra, Rasboras, Guppies, Mollies, Platies, Dwarf Gourami, Otocinclus Catfish, Small Tetras
Description
The Masquerade Corydoras is a small, peaceful South American catfish recognized by the dark mask-like band across its eyes and a prominent dark dorsal fin. These active bottom-dwellers are excellent scavengers, sifting through substrate for food, and are best kept in groups of six or more.
