Corydoras aeneus (Metallic corydoras)

Very active in the distribution of food. Group of at least 6 individuals.

Corydoras Aeneus is a little freshwater fish commonly known as Corydoras or Tiger Dorydoras. It belongs to the Callichthyidae family, which includes around 170 species of background fish. Corydoras Aeneus is from rivers and rivers in the Amazon basin in South America.

Corydoras Aeneus has an elongated and arched shape, with a dorsal fin and a ventral fin located at the back of the body. Its color varies from dark brown to silver gray, with irregular black spots on the back and sides. The fins are generally of a silver gray, with black spots on the edges. Young specimens often have more pronounced spots than adults.

Corydoras Aeneus measures on average between 3 and 5 cm long, although some specimens can reach up to 6 cm. The male is generally smaller and finer than the female. Fish has a life expectancy of around 5 to 10 years in captivity, although some specimens can live up to 15 years.

Corydoras Aeneus is a peaceful background fish that lives in small groups in nature. They are generally active during the day and spend the night buried in the sand or the mud. They mainly feed on algae, leftover food and small aquatic organisms such as crustaceans and insects. They are also known to scrape the surface of stones and roots to feed on algae and bacteria.

In captivity, Corydoras Aeneus can be maintained in a community aquarium with other peaceful species of freshwater fish. They appreciate a sandy substrate to dig and hide, as well as plants and roots to hide and rest. They need a well -filtered aquarium and good water quality to maintain their health.

The male is smaller and finer than the female.

The males paraded for several days before the eggs begin, most often in groups. Young people eclose after 4 to 5 days at a temperature of 23-24 ° C.