Bronze corydoras

Corydoras aeneus

Illustration of bronze corydoras

The bronze corydoras (Corydoras aeneus) is a peaceful fish that grows to about 2.75 inches and spends its time near the bottom. Keep at least 6 together, in a tank of 20 gallons or more, at 72–79°F and pH 6–8.

20 galsmallest tank
2.75″adult size
72–79°Ftemperature
6–8pH
6+group size
Peacefultemperament
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Good tankmates

Avoid

  • ✕Paradise fish: Paradise fish is aggressive and best kept alone.
  • ✕Convict cichlid: Convict cichlid is aggressive and best kept alone.
  • ✕Oscar: Oscar is aggressive and best kept alone.
  • ✕Pea puffer: Pea puffer is aggressive and best kept alone.

From TankCoach's own species data: common hobby guidance for adults, rounded. Individual fish vary. Not veterinary advice.