Albino Cory
Corydoras aeneus var. Albina
Beginner
Freshwater
A very peaceful bottom‑dweller; it lives in schools, sifts the substrate for food and avoids aggressive fish.
Callichthyidae
Max Size
67.0 cm (26.4")
Min Tank
80 L (21 gal)
Min Group
6+
Diet
Omnivore - sinking wafers, brine shrimp, bloodworms, small crustaceans and soft vegetables.
Water Parameters
Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
6.0-7.6
Hardness (dGH)
2.0-12.0
Min Tank Size
80 L
21 gal
About
Identical to the Bronze Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus) but lacking pigment and with red eyes; robust in groups and stable water.
Behavior & Temperament
A very peaceful bottom‑dweller; it lives in schools, sifts the substrate for food and avoids aggressive fish.
Feeding
Omnivore - sinking wafers, brine shrimp, bloodworms, small crustaceans and soft vegetables.
Breeding
Oviparous; T‑position spawning, adhesive eggs on smooth surfaces and minimal parental protection.
Care Notes
Requires a fine, sandy substrate to protect barbs, good oxygenation and regular water changes.
Compatibility
Excellent for peaceful community tanks; pair with small cichlids and other gentle bottom‑dwellers.
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Corydoras aeneus var. Albina |
|---|---|
| Family | Callichthyidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 67.0 cm (26.4") |
| Min Tank | 80 L (21 gal) |
| Min Group | 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - sinking wafers, brine shrimp, bloodworms, small crustaceans and soft vegetables. |
| Temperament | A very peaceful bottom‑dweller; it lives in schools, sifts the substrate for food and avoids aggressive fish. |
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