Adolfos Cory

General

Geographic Origin:
- Brazil
- Peru
- Venezuela
Latin Name: Corydoras adolfoi
Other Names & Variants:
- Orange Burst Cory Catfish
- Adolfos Cory Catfish

Characteristics

Colors: Black , Brown , Orange , White , Yellow
Lifespan: 5.0 - 6.0 years
Average Size: 2.4 inches
Temperament: Communal
Breeding Style: Eggs
Substrate Preference: Sand
Swim Zone: Bottom

Foods

The following foods are recommended for Adolfos Cory.

Blackworms (frozen)
Blackworms (live)
Blanched Vegetables
Bloodworms (freeze-dried)
Bloodworms (frozen)
Bloodworms (live)
Brine Shrimp (freeze-dried)
Brine Shrimp (frozen)
Brine Shrimp (live)
Daphnia (frozen)
Daphnia (live)
Flakes
Mysis Shrimp (frozen)
Mysis Shrimp (live)
Pellets
Tubifex Worms

Water Parameters

Parameters below are based on research and fish keeping experience. Note that fish bred in captivity can adjust to different water parameters over time. Local selection may differ.

Water Flow Preference: Slow
pH: 4.83 - 7.3
Temperature: 69.33°F - 78.67°F

Tank Mates

Below are recommended tank mates based on characteristics, behavior and water parameters.