Leopard Cory
Corydoras julii
Beginner
Freshwater
Peaceful and gregarious. Primarily active at night. Minimum of 6 individuals. Forages for food in the substrate with sensitive barbels.
Callichthyidae
Max Size
6.0 cm (2.4")
Min Tank
80 L (21 gal)
Min Group
5+
Diet
Omnivore - balanced diet
Water Parameters
Temperature
22.0-26.0°C
72-79°F
pH
6.0-7.6
Hardness (dGH)
36.0-179.0
Min Tank Size
80 L
21 gal
About
Corydoras catfish with a distinctive leopard pattern of black spots on a gray body. Often confused with C. trilineatus. Spot pattern instead of lines.
Behavior & Temperament
Peaceful and gregarious. Primarily active at night. Minimum of 6 individuals. Forages for food in the substrate with sensitive barbels.
Feeding
Omnivore - balanced diet
Breeding
Oviparous. Characteristic T‑position. Spawns on plants or smooth surfaces. Adhesive eggs. Hatching in 3–5 days. No parental care.
Compatibility
Good for community tanks
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Corydoras julii |
|---|---|
| Family | Callichthyidae |
| Category | Fish |
| Care Level | Beginner |
| Water Type | Freshwater |
| Max Size | 6.0 cm (2.4") |
| Min Tank | 80 L (21 gal) |
| Min Group | 5+ |
| Diet | Omnivore - balanced diet |
| Temperament | Peaceful and gregarious. Primarily active at night. Minimum of 6 individuals. Forages for food in the substrate with sensitive barbels. |
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