Guapore Corydoras
Corydoras guapore
Guapore Corydoras is a peaceful bottom-dwelling corydoras. Keep in a school of 8+.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 4.5 cm (≤ 1.8 in)
- Aquarium size
- 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom to middle swimmer
- Temperature
- 22–27 °C
- pH
- 5–7
- GH
- 2–25 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 8 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a school of 8+
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 8 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–27 °C, pH 5–7, GH 2–25 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Guapore Corydoras is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Keep in a school of 8+.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the lower to middle part of the aquarium, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding. Keep in a school of 8+.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Guapore Corydoras should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Make sure food reaches the substrate before faster fish take it.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Bolivia, Brazil.
Before adding this fish
- Plan for an aquarium of 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Keep in a school of 8+.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Guapore Corydoras get?
Guapore Corydoras reaches ≤ 4.5 cm (≤ 1.8 in).
What aquarium size does Guapore Corydoras need?
Use an aquarium of at least 80 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
Is Guapore Corydoras peaceful?
Yes. Guapore Corydoras is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.
What temperature is suitable for Guapore Corydoras?
Keep it between 22 to 27 °C.
Should Guapore Corydoras be kept alone or in a group?
Guapore Corydoras: Keep in a school of 8+.