Urucu Corydoras
Hoplisoma urucu
Urucu Corydoras is a peaceful bottom-dwelling corydoras. Keep in a loose group of 6+.
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Quick facts
- Adult size
- ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm)
- Care level
- Beginner – Intermediate
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Swimming zone
- Bottom dweller
- Temperature
- 73–81°F (23–27°C)
- pH
- 6.5–7.2
- GH
- 5–20 dGH
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- up to 5 years
- Group behavior
- Keep in a loose group of 6+
Care requirements
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.
Lifespan: up to 5 years.
Water parameters
Suitable water: temperature 23–27 °C, pH 6.5–7.2, GH 5–20 dGH.
Temperament and compatibility
Urucu 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, Urucu Corydoras should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.
Offer varied sinking dry foods and suitable live or frozen foods.
Before adding this fish
- Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
- Keep in a loose group of 6+.
- Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.
Natural habitat and origin
Origin: Brazil.
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FAQ
How large does Urucu Corydoras get?
Urucu Corydoras reaches ≤ 1.2" (≤ 3 cm).
Is Urucu Corydoras peaceful?
Yes. Urucu 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 Urucu Corydoras?
Keep it between 23 to 27 °C.
Should Urucu Corydoras be kept alone or in a group?
Urucu Corydoras: Keep in a loose group of 6+.
