Corydoras
aeneus (albino)
(Gill, 1858)
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contributors to this species: |
Jim
Makin (1)
Kathy Marshall (2) Sandy Milne
(4) Allan James (2) K. Meier (1)
John Bradley (2) |
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Relevant
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This is a man
made albino varirty of Corydoras aeneus. If starting
off with this species buy at least half-a-dozen as with most Cory's
they are happier in their own company, and with the comparatively
low price of aeneus (apart from the new varieties) it would
certainly not break the bank, and you could end up of course with
at least a pair of these hardy Cory's. Aquarium
Care: Will do well in a community setup with smaller
tank mates such as Rasboras and Tetra's. Do not house with aggressive
species or large Cichlids. Reproduction:
Breeding is comparatively easy with cool water changes that
lowers the temperature, triggering them off. Feed a good
balanced diet making sure that they get their full quota of food
if kept in a community tank. Diet: A good quality
flake food provides all the essential vitamins that they need
with extra feedings of frozen bloodworm, white worm (sparingly)
and tablet food. |
Common
Name: |
Albino
Cory |
Synonyms: |
Corydoras
schultzei, C.macrosteus, C.venezuelanus, C.microps, Hoplosoma
aeneum. |
Family: |
Callichthyidaemblycipitidae |
Distribution: |
Albino
variety not found in nature |
Size:
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Male 6.5cm,
(2½ins) Female 7.5cm. (3ins) |
Temp: |
20-26°C
(67-79°F) |
p.H. |
6.0-7.0. |
Reference: |
ScotCat Factsheet
no. 2. Feb. 1997. |
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