Emerald Cory Brochis splendens
Corydoras splendens
Origin: Upper Amazon, Ecuador, Peru
Water Parameters
Quick Stats
- Max Size
- 9 cm
- Min Tank
- 100 L
- Lifespan
- 8–12
- Swimming Level
- bottom
- Schooling
- Yes (6+)
- Diet
- omnivore
- Temperament
- Very peaceful
About
Corydoras (Brochis) splendens, the Emerald Cory or Emerald Catfish, is the largest of the cory-type catfish, reaching 8–9 cm. Its body displays a vivid emerald-green iridescence that shifts from gold-green to blue-green under different lighting. More robust and faster-moving than many smaller cories, it is an active, confident shoaler. Suitable for community tanks from 100 L. Hardy and adaptable, it tolerates moderate water hardness well.
Care Guide
Groups of 6+. Temperature 22–26 °C, adaptable to neutral-slightly alkaline water. Fine sand substrate. Feed sinking pellets, frozen bloodworm and brine shrimp. More energetic than smaller cories — appreciates a larger tank.
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