ALBINO CORYDORAS CATFISH

Albino Corydoras Catfish (Corydoras aeneus – Albino)

The Albino Corydoras Catfish is a beloved freshwater bottom-dweller, prized for its pearly white to pale pink coloration, bright golden eyes, and peaceful personality. This hardy, active scavenger is constantly foraging the substrate, making it both an entertaining and beneficial addition to community aquariums. Its gentle nature and ease of care make it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.

Origin
The Albino Corydoras is a captive-bred color morph of the Bronze Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus), a species native to the rivers, streams, floodplains, and wetlands of northern and central South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, Trinidad, and the Amazon Basin.

Short Care Tips

• Keep in groups of at least six to encourage natural schooling behavior.

• Provide a soft sand or smooth fine gravel substrate to protect their sensitive barbels.

• Maintain clean, well-filtered water with regular water changes.

• Feed a varied diet of quality sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, and occasional live foods.

• Include plants, driftwood, and hiding places while leaving open areas for foraging.

Recommended Habitat Parameters

• Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

• pH: 6.0–7.8

• Water Hardness: 2–15 dGH

• Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons (75 L)

• Filtration: Gentle to moderate filtration with good biological capacity

• Substrate: Fine sand or smooth gravel

• Aquascape: Live plants, driftwood, caves, and open foraging areas

• Lighting: Low to moderate lighting

• School Size: Best kept in groups of 6 or more

With their striking albino coloration, peaceful temperament, and active social behavior, Albino Corydoras Catfish are a wonderful addition to planted and community aquariums. Their constant activity and friendly nature make them one of the most popular and rewarding bottom-dwelling fish in the aquarium hobby.