(Corydoras Aeneus) Bronze Catfish
Common Name: Bronze Catfish

Scientific name: Corydoras Aeneus

Max Size: Male: 5cm (1.96") Female: 6.5cm (2.55")

Origin: America South

Min Tank Size: 10 Gallon

Compatibility: Community

Temperature: 22-28oC (72-82oF)

Water chemistry: PH 5.7-8, dGH 2 - 25

Diet: Omnivore

Care level: Easy

COMMENTS
Corydoras Aeneus is one of the most widely available species of Corydoras. It is an ideal fish for a beginner to keep, There are many different colour variations of the Corydoras Aeneus, a minimum of six per tank is recommended.
BREEDING
Gender Cannot be determined from external features. The sex of the cory can be distinguished in adults as the female is noticably wider when looked upon from above. Females are slightly larger than the males, Nitrates must be kept as low as possible. Small frequent water changes with slightly cooler water with a pH of 6.5 in a wide, shallow tank often instigates breeding activity. Corydoras Aeneus is one of the easiest Corydoras too breed.