Rusty Corydoras
Corydoras rabauti
Rusty 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
- ≤ 6.5 cm (≤ 2.6 in)
- Aquarium size
- 80 L or larger
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom dweller
- Temperature
- 22–26 °C
- pH
- 6–8
- GH
- 2–15 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a school of 8+
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Aquarium size and space needs
Minimum aquarium size: 80 L or larger. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6–8, GH 2–15 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Rusty Corydoras is peaceful and suits calm community fish.
Keep in a school of 8+.
Swimming zone and behavior
This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding. Keep in a school of 8+.
Feeding
As an omnivore, Rusty 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
- Plan for an aquarium of 80 L or larger.
- 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 Rusty Corydoras get?
Rusty Corydoras reaches ≤ 6.5 cm (≤ 2.6 in).
What aquarium size does Rusty Corydoras need?
Use an aquarium of at least 80 L or larger.
Is Rusty Corydoras peaceful?
Yes. Rusty 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 Rusty Corydoras?
Keep it between 22 to 26 °C.
Should Rusty Corydoras be kept alone or in a group?
Rusty Corydoras: Keep in a school of 8+.