Reticulated Corydoras
Corydoras reticulatas
Reticulated Corydoras is a peaceful bottom-dwelling corydoras.
Save this fish or add it directly to one of your aquariums.
Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom dweller
- Temperature
- 22–26 °C
- pH
- 6–8
- GH
- 2–25 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6–8, GH 2–25 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Reticulated Corydoras is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Reticulated 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: Brazil.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Offer a varied diet suitable for an omnivorous bottom-dwelling fish.
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FAQ
How large does Reticulated Corydoras get?
Reticulated Corydoras reaches ≤ 6 cm (≤ 2.4 in).
Is Reticulated Corydoras peaceful?
Yes. Reticulated 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 Reticulated Corydoras?
Keep it between 22 to 26 °C.