Common Name Albino Cory

Scientific Name Corydoras aeneus species

Family Callichthyidae

Community General

Class Catfish

Temperature 78 ºF

Swimming Range Bottom

Adult Length 2 1/2-3 inches

Feeding Habits Live blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp, tubifex worms, crustaceans and invertebrates. Frozen blood worms, plankton, beef heart, brine shrimp and glass worms. On occasion tablet foods also accepted.

Compatibility A peaceful and schooling fish. Recommended for any community aquarium.

Habitat Peru: Moderately decorated with rocks, live plants and driftwood.

Breeding Adult females are larger than adult males.

Additional Comments Cory catfish are the most popular of all catfish among hobbyists.