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Albino Bronze Cory (Osteogaster aenea)
22–27°C · pH 6–8 · 80L
£2.99
A peaceful Corydoras C53 longnose catfish for grouped bottom-level activity in planted aquariums with smooth substrate.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Corydoras sp. aff. sychri C53
Corydoras C53 Longnose Catfish are a shoaling species — they need 6+ to feel safe and show their full colour. Larger shoals stay calmer, eat better, and look stunning.
A peaceful Corydoras C53 longnose catfish for grouped bottom-level activity in planted aquariums with smooth substrate.
Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.
Corydoras catfish are the perfect bottom-dwelling cleanup crew for any community tank. Peaceful, hardy, and endlessly entertaining to watch. Order for UK delivery.
Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors
Corydoras C53 is a longnose Corydoras form close to Corydoras sychri. Because C-number fish can be unresolved in the trade, this listing now uses the careful anchor Corydoras sp. aff. sychri C53 instead of turning the code into a fake species name.
Plan it as a peaceful grouped bottom dweller for a clean aquarium with smooth substrate.
| Scientific anchor | Corydoras sp. aff. sychri C53 |
|---|---|
| Adult size | Around 5-6 cm |
| Care level | Moderate |
| Minimum aquarium | 75 litres |
| Temperature | 22-26°C |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful group catfish |
| Group size | 6 or more |
Use smooth sand or fine rounded substrate, clean water and shaded resting areas. Corydoras should never be kept as a single specimen because group behaviour is central to their welfare.
Related Corydoras choices include Corydoras weitzmani, Albino Corydoras, Masked Corydoras, Corydoras loxozonus and Horseman Catfish. Avoid sharp gravel and aggressive bottom dwellers.
Why use aff. sychri? C53 is a longnose Corydoras form close to Corydoras sychri, so Corydoras sp. aff. sychri C53 is safer than forcing it into a plain species name.
How many should I keep? Keep Corydoras in a group, ideally six or more, on smooth sand or fine rounded substrate.
How is it delivered? Livestock orders are packed for temperature stability and sent by licensed live-animal courier with our Live Arrival Guarantee.
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