Adolfo's Cory Corydoras adolfoi - Premium Freshwater Aquarium Fish for Tropical Tanks - Perfect for Community Aquariums and Nano Fish Tanks

Product Description

The Adolfo’s Cory is a strikingly patterned freshwater catfish known for its black dorsal stripe and bright orange-yellow head. This peaceful bottom dweller thrives in groups and makes an excellent addition to a well-maintained community aquarium.

Description:

Common Name: Adolfo’s Cory

Scientific Name: Corydoras adolfoi

Family: Callichthyidae

Size: 2-2.5 inches (5-6 cm)

Temperament: Peaceful and social.

Difficulty: Moderate

Native Region:

Native to the clear, slow-moving tributaries of the Rio Negro basin in Brazil, where it inhabits sandy or fine gravel substrates.

Aquarium Setup:

Tank Size: Minimum of 20 gallons

Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C)

pH: 5.5-7.5

Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel to protect sensitive barbels.

Additional Tips:

• Social Behavior: Best kept in groups of five or more to encourage natural schooling behavior and reduce stress.

• Compatibility: Ideal tankmates include small tetras, rasboras, and peaceful dwarf cichlids. Avoid aggressive species.

• Diet: Omnivorous; feed a variety of sinking pellets, frozen foods, and occasional blanched vegetables.