Fish Profiles at Pet Resources -- Bronze Catfish

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Bronze Catfish (Corydoras aeneus)

Synonyms:	Bronze Cory	(Click to enlarge) (Albino morph) (standard coloration) Images provided by Adam Revitt mage courtesy of Mia Woodman
Stats:	Adult Size: 2 3/4 " (6.87 cm) Temp: 77-82 F (25-28 C) Tank: 24 " (60 cm) minimum
Requirements:	At least a 20 gallon tank, caves and other hiding places needed, as well as plants to feel secure.
Diet:	Small live, sinking tablets, carnivore fare.
Breeding:	Often occurs after a slightly (1-2 degree) cooler water change. Female plumper and larger than males. Eggs affixed to aquarium decor and walls.
Sociability:	Peaceful, diurnal, groups of at least 5. Fine with most other fish. Do not combine with Botia spec. loaches.
Related Spec:	..
Special Info:	Bronze Corys are a larrger variety than most. More info -- Corydoras Catfish outline