Species Profile
Bronze Corydoras
Corydoras aeneus
Catfishpeaceful
Adult size
2.5″
Minimum tank
20 gal
Temperature
72–79°F
pH
6–7.8
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Sinking pellets, wafers
Notes
The classic catfish, durable enough for any beginner community. Native to South American streams. Wants smooth gravel or sand to protect their barbels, and the company of at least 6 of their own species to actually school.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Bronze Corydoras
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Bronze Corydorasin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Honey Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bolivian Ram
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bristlenose Pleco
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Lambchop Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Scissortail Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Sailfin Molly
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Loach
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Yoyo Loach
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Pea Puffer
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Buenos Aires Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Glowlight Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Three-Spot Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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