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Bronze Catfish (Corydoras aeneus)
| Synonyms: | Bronze Cory |
| 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 larger variety than most.
More info -- Corydoras Catfish outline |
