- Sku: 240022
- Vendor: Squeaky's Aquatics
Albino Cory (Corydoras aeneus)
The Albino Cory (Corydoras aeneus) is one of the hardiest and friendliest bottom dwellers in the hobby: a pink-white armored catfish that shuffles across the sand in little groups, sifting for leftover food. Beginner friendly and completely peaceful, it fits almost any community tank. Browse our freshwater livestock and supplies to round out the tank.
Care Guide
- Group size: 6 or more. Cories are shoaling fish and are far bolder and more active in a group.
- Tank size: 20 gallons or larger for a group.
- Substrate: smooth sand or fine rounded gravel. Sharp gravel wears down their barbels.
- Water parameters: 72 to 79°F, pH 6.0 to 8.0. Very adaptable.
- Feeding: omnivore. Give sinking pellets or wafers like Hikari Mini Algae Wafers so they eat directly, rather than relying on leftovers.
Specifications
| Scientific name | Corydoras aeneus (albino form) |
| Common names | Albino Cory, Albino Bronze Cory |
| Care level | Beginner |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Max size | 2.5 to 3 inches |
| Minimum tank | 20 gallons |
| Temperature | 72 to 79°F |
| pH | 6.0 to 8.0 |
| Diet | Omnivore, bottom feeder |
| Origin | South America (this variety is aquarium bred) |
| Pickup | In-store pickup at Squeaky's Aquatics |
Compatibility
Perfect with tetras, rasboras, livebearers, gouramis and dwarf cichlids, and happy alongside other cories like the Sterbai Cory, Pygmy Cory and the Panda Cory. Avoid large predators such as oscars that can swallow them.
Recommended Foods & Supplies
- Hikari Mini Algae Wafers, a sinking wafer sized for cories
- Hikari Algae Wafers for larger groups
- Water care and conditioners
- Water test kits, since cories are sensitive to nitrate buildup in the substrate
FAQ
Will it clean my tank?
It eats leftovers, but it is not a cleaner. Feed it sinking food on purpose.
Why does it dart to the surface?
Cories gulp air and swim back down. It is normal behavior.
Can it mix with other cory species?
Yes, and mixed groups often school together.
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Albino Cory (Corydoras aeneus)
