Red Aeneus Cory Catfish | Corydoras Aeneus

The Red Aeneus Cory Catfish (Corydoras aeneus) is a colorful variant of the classic Bronze Corydoras, admired for the beautiful red-orange coloration that develops as the fish matures. This lively bottom-dwelling catfish is peaceful, hardy, and an excellent choice for community, planted, and nano aquariums.

Known for their playful and active nature, Red Aeneus Cory Catfish thrive in groups and spend much of their time exploring the bottom of the aquarium. Their schooling behavior and vibrant coloration make them a wonderful addition to almost any freshwater setup.

Why Aquarists Love Red Aeneus Cory Catfish

• Beautiful red-orange coloration that intensifies with age
• Peaceful and hardy community fish
• Active bottom scavenger that helps clean leftover food
• Excellent for planted and nano aquariums

Behavior & Compatibility

Red Aeneus Cory Catfish are very peaceful schooling fish and should be kept in groups of at least 6 or more for natural behavior.

Suitable tank mates include:

• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Dwarf cichlids
• Angelfish
• Other peaceful community fish

They may occasionally prey on very small shrimp, but they are generally safe with larger shrimp and ornamental invertebrates.

Ideal Aquarium Setup

These corydoras spend most of their time on the bottom, so substrate choice is very important.

Recommended aquarium features include:

• Fine sand or smooth gravel substrate
• Live plants and driftwood
• Plenty of open bottom space
• Gentle water flow

Avoid sharp or coarse gravel, which can damage their sensitive barbels.

Diet and Feeding

Red Aeneus Cory Catfish are omnivorous scavengers and will accept a wide variety of foods.

Recommended foods include:

• Sinking pellets or wafers
• High-quality flakes
• Frozen bloodworms or brine shrimp
• Small live foods

A varied diet helps maintain healthy growth and coloration.

Recommended Tank Parameters

Temperature: 70 – 81°F (21 – 27°C)
pH: 5.5 – 7.2
KH: 0 – 15 dKH
Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons for a school of 6

Size Information

Average Adult Size:
2.6 – 3 inches (6.5 – 7.5 cm)

Typical Sale Size:
Around 1 inch (2.5 cm)

Origin

Tank-bred in the aquarium trade, but the species is native throughout South America.

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