How many julii Cory catfish should be kept together?

As with many members of the genus, Corydoras, this species must be kept in a school of at least four or more. They get along well with other small catfish as well as small peaceful fish.

How can you tell if a Corydora is male or female?

Female pepper corys are generally larger overall than males and more rounded in the belly. When viewed from above the difference is more obvious, as the female is much wider than the male. The male has a significantly larger dorsal fin, and their anal fin is more pointed than the female.

Are corydoras good for beginners?

Cory catfish are a peaceful community fish, easy for beginners and fascinating to watch. Some will even breed in the aquarium, making them a fun introduction to freshwater breeding!

Do corydoras need bubblers?

Yes, all fish need some type of agitation of water to uplift water to the surface to replenish dissolved oxygen. Air Stone is the easiest, but water pump flow is also acceptable. As long as there is surface movement, you dont need an air pump or air stone.

How long do cory catfish live?

5 to 10 years
How long do Cory catfish live? Most species of Cory catfish have lifespans from 5 to 10 years. The better you maintain their aquarium environment can help them live longer. If Corydoras are lonely, stressed or living in unhealthy water conditions, their lifespan may be shorter than 5 years.

How often do cory catfish lay eggs?

If you have six Cory Catfish in your tank, then it will probably take 7 days for each female to lay eggs, considering that all other parameters are met.

Can you mix corydoras?

Corydoras Behavior/Compatibility Different species can be mixed, and they will often group together. For best results, they should be purchased in groups of 5 or more.

What is the ideal temperature for Corys?

Just a word on temperature requirements, most corys are happy in the mid range, around 24C whilst peppered require much cooler temperature 20-22C. Sterbai like warmer temperatures 26C plus and are often kept with Discus for that reason.

How many Corys can you keep together?

A. Corys are a shoaling fish & as such should be kept in groups of 6+ of their own kind. It might seem like a good idea to have 2 albino, 2 Panda, 2 peppered etc but it’s really not, yes they may seem happy to stick together but that is only because they have no choice.

What kind of fish is a Cory cat fish?

Corydoras Catfish, Cory Cat. The Corydoras Catfish, or Cory Cat, is an excellent addition to most community tanks because of their peaceful nature. Bottom dwellers, they are content to constantly rummage around the bottom of the tank looking for scraps.

How old do corydoras have to be to breed?

It is most likely that your male corydoras will be sexually mature between 6-9 months old, but try and refrain from breeding them this early on. Make sure your corydoras are at least 2.5 inches long before breeding them, even if they are 12 months old. After all, fish mature at different rates, and size is the best indicator here.