Adolfo’s Corydoras (Corydoras adolfoi) (Import)

Adolfo’s Corydoras is a peaceful, social bottom-dweller with a striking black stripe across its eye and a bright orange patch on its head. These corys are great for community tanks, thrive in groups, and help keep the substrate clean by scavenging for leftover food.

Quick Facts:

• Scientific Name: Corydoras adolfoi
• Common Names: Adolfo’s Cory, Adolfoi Corydoras
• Origin: South America (Rio Negro Basin, Brazil)
• Size: 5–6 cm
• Lifespan: 5–7 years
• Temperament: Peaceful, social
• Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate

Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: 80+ litres (Best in 100+ litres for groups)
• Temperature: 22–26°C
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: 2–12 dGH
• Filtration: Moderate to high flow with good oxygenation
• Substrate & Decorations:
  • Fine sand or smooth gravel to protect their delicate barbels.
  • Driftwood, caves, and leaf litter mimic their natural habitat.
  • Live plants (Anubias, Java Fern, Amazon Swords) provide shade and hiding spots.

Behavior & Tank Mates

• Very social – best kept in groups of 6+
• Non-aggressive and active bottom dwellers
• Compatible Tank Mates:
  • Small, peaceful fish (Tetras, Rasboras, Dwarf Gouramis, Otocinclus).
  • Other Corydoras species.
  • Shrimp and snails (Amano Shrimp, Nerite Snails, Mystery Snails).
• Avoid large, aggressive fish like cichlids or barbs.

Diet

Adolfo’s Corydoras are omnivorous scavengers but require a balanced diet:

• Sinking Pellets & Wafers (high-quality cory-specific food).
• Frozen & Live Foods (bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp).
• Blanched Vegetables (zucchini, cucumber, spinach).

Breeding

• Egg layers, spawn in groups
• Requires soft, slightly acidic water (pH ~6.5, temp ~24°C)
• Females lay eggs on plant leaves or glass surfaces
• Separate fry to a safe tank and feed with microfoods

Care Tips

✔ Keep in a group of 6+ for best behavior
✔ Provide a fine sand substrate to protect their barbels
✔ Regular water changes (30% weekly) for clean, oxygen-rich water
✔ Avoid rough or sharp gravel that can damage their delicate underbellies

Why Keep Adolfo’s Corydoras?

✅ Beautiful and rare color pattern
✅ Peaceful and great for community tanks
✅ Helps clean leftover food from the substrate
✅ Fun, social, and active bottom dwellers

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