How many cory cats

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Hi, I'm in the process of setting up my first aquarium. I bought a 60l tank and in the process of the fishless cycle.

I'm now looking at what to put in it. I like the look of the corydoras catfish but everywhere is suggesting to keep them in a group of 6. This would be too many for the size of my tank or wouldn't leave room for anything else. Is this correct? Could I just get two or three or would I be better looking at something else? Thanks, Geoff.

Click to expand Thanks for the response. Bandit Corys have been in the aquarium trade for a long time and are one of the more popular members of this family. They are easily identifiable by the black mask over the eyes. Bandits are more sensitive to variations in water temperature than some other species. Like Pepper Corys, Bronze Corys are very popular and readily available everywhere. These two species of Corys are hands down the most commonly kept members of this family.

Bronze Corys are available in several color morphs, including green, bronze, albino, and black. They do well in a range of conditions but should be kept in schools.

Although this species may be seen for sale in pet shops, it rarely is the real McCoy. Instead what is labeled as a Julii is its kissing cousin the Three Stripe Cory. True Julis have spots that are generally not connected into long chains, as they are in the Three Stripe Cory. Panda Corys are highly social and should always be kept in schools of its own kind. They get along with virtually all other peaceful species and have been known to school along with other bottom-dwelling species.

Pandas prefer cooler temps and are suitable for unheated aquariums. Pepper Corys are perhaps the most commonly kept member of this family and are widely available at pet shops everywhere. They are peaceful and get along with virtually all fish, but should not be kept with large aggressive species.

Skunk Corys are more sensitive to elevated ammonia and nitrates than other species. For this reason, they are not recommended for a brand new aquarium. Instead, wait until the tank is matured before adding this species. They should never be added to new aquariums or those that have been neglected. Don't forget to treat tap water with Aqueon Water Conditioner before refilling your aquarium! A gallon aquarium is best for most species, although pygmy Corys such as C.

Because these fish like to congregate in groups, open areas should be available near the front of the tank. Some cover should also be provided for them to take refuge in. Substrate should be sand or fine gravel with rounded edges.

Avoid jagged materials that could damage their barbels as they forage along the bottom. Corydoras , Brochis and Aspidoras species are shoaling fish, meaning they like to hang out together. Different species can be mixed, and they will often group together. For best results, they should be purchased in groups of 5 or more.

These catfish will sometimes dart to the surface to gulp air. This behavior is normal, however, gasping at the surface constantly may be an indication of water quality problems or low oxygen content. Unlike many catfish, which are nocturnal and can be secretive, Corys and their relatives tend to be out and about during the daytime.