Albino Corydoras (No Online Purchases)

Name: Albino Corydoras - In-store pickup only.

Scientific Name: Corydoras aeneus (Albino Bronze Corydoras)

Description: A peaceful, active bottom-dwelling catfish with a creamy white to pale pink body, pink-red eyes and delicate barbels. Albino Corydoras are social fish that thrive in groups and make excellent additions to peaceful freshwater community aquariums.

Origin: South America; albino variety of the Bronze Corydoras, commonly bred in captivity.

pH: Approximately 6.0–7.5

Temperature: Around 22–27°C

Adult Size: 6–7 cm

Lifespan: 5–10 years with proper care.

Food: Omnivorous. Feed high-quality sinking pellets, catfish wafers, frozen or live bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia and other suitable bottom-feeder foods. They should not rely solely on leftover food from other fish.

Compatibility: Very peaceful community fish. Best kept in groups of at least 6 individuals, preferably more, to encourage natural schooling and social behaviour. Suitable tank mates include peaceful tetras, rasboras, guppies, small rainbowfish and other non-aggressive community species. Avoid large or aggressive cichlids.

Habitat: A well-filtered freshwater aquarium with soft sand or smooth, fine gravel to protect their sensitive barbels. Provide plants, driftwood, shaded areas and open spaces for foraging. Maintain good water quality with regular water changes and adequate oxygenation.