Bronze Corydoras

🐟 Bronze Corydoras (Bronze Corydoras)

Add a reliable, active, and peaceful bottom-dweller to your aquarium with the classic Bronze Corydoras. Known for their metallic bronze-green sheen and constant foraging behaviour, these social catfish are a staple in community aquariums and perfect for keeping the substrate lively and clean.

Hardy, friendly, and full of personality, Bronze Corydoras are ideal for both beginner and experienced aquarists alike.

🌿 Why Choose Bronze Corydoras?

✨ Attractive bronze-green metallic sheen
🐟 Peaceful and highly social bottom-dweller
🧼 Helps clean leftover food from substrate
👥 Active schooling behaviour with lots of personality
⭐ Hardy and beginner-friendly community fish

In groups, Bronze Corydoras are constantly on the move, sifting through the substrate and bringing life and activity to the lower levels of the tank.

📏 Care Requirements

🧬 Scientific Name: Corydoras aeneus
📛 Common Name: Bronze Corydoras
🏠 Tank Size: 60L+ recommended
📏 Adult Size: ~6–7 cm
🌡️ Temperature: 22–26°C
⚗️ pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🧘 Temperament: Peaceful
🍽️ Diet: Sinking pellets, wafers, frozen and live foods
👥 Group Size: 6+ strongly recommended

Bronze Corydoras thrive in well-oxygenated aquariums with soft sand or fine gravel, gentle flow, and open bottom space for natural foraging behaviour.

🐠 Compatibility

Excellent for peaceful community aquariums. Ideal tank mates include tetras, rasboras, guppies, gouramis, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid aggressive fish or sharp substrates.

⚠️ Important Notes

Bronze Corydoras are a shoaling species and should always be kept in groups to feel secure and display natural behaviour. A soft substrate is highly recommended to protect their sensitive barbels. Ensure they receive proper sinking foods, as they should not rely solely on leftovers.

The Bronze Corydoras is a perfect choice for UK aquarists wanting a hardy, active, and dependable bottom-dwelling fish that adds both function and charm to community aquariums.