Bronze Cory Catfish

Peaceful • Hardy • Bottom Cleaner

Bring sparkle and personality to your tank with the Bronze Cory! These social bottom-dwellers love hanging out in groups and help keep your substrate tidy.

Quick Facts:

Size: 2.5–3"
Temperament: Peaceful, schooling
Tank Level: Bottom
Diet: Omnivore (sinking pellets, bloodworms)
Tank Size: 20+ gal (for a group)
Water: 72–78°F, pH 6.0–7.5

Why You'll Love Them: ✔ Great for beginners ✔ Compatible with most peaceful fish ✔ Fun to watch — they even breathe air!

Fun Fact: Bronze corys have armored bodies and love to zip to the surface for a quick gulp of air.

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Bronze Cory

$10.00

Quantity

Bronze Cory Catfish Care Guide

Species: Corydoras aeneus Difficulty: Easy Lifespan: 5–10 years Size: 2.5–3 inches

Tank Setup

Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons (for a group of 5+)

Substrate: Soft sand or smooth gravel — avoid sharp edges to protect their barbels

Decor: Driftwood, plants, hiding spots

Filter: Gentle flow preferred

Heater: Yes — tropical temps

Water Parameters

Parameter Ideal Range

Temperature 72–78°F (22–26°C)

pH 6.0–7.5

Hardness Low to moderate

Ammonia/Nitrite 0 ppm

Nitrate <20 ppm

Note: Bronze corys prefer soft, slightly acidic water and do not tolerate salt — no brackish setups.

Feeding

Diet: Omnivore

Favorites: Sinking pellets, bloodworms, brine shrimp, algae wafers

Feeding Tip: Feed after lights out to match their natural behavior

Behavior & Compatibility

Temperament: Peaceful, social, schooling

Tank Mates: Tetras, guppies, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, snails

Avoid: Aggressive or fin-nipping species

Fun Fact: They breathe air from the surface — totally normal!

Breeding Notes

Method: Egg layers

Trigger: Cooler water changes and protein-rich diet

Setup: Flat surfaces for egg laying, gentle flow, separate fry tank recommended