{"product_id":"corydoras-adolfoi","title":"Corydoras adolfoi (Adolfoi Cory)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"221\" data-start=\"164\"\u003eDorydoras adolfoi (Adolfo’s Corydoras) – Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"243\" data-start=\"223\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e C\u003cem data-end=\"263\" data-start=\"244\"\u003eorydoras adolfoi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"266\" data-start=\"263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"282\" data-start=\"266\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adolfo’s Cory\u003cbr data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"315\" data-start=\"304\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Callichthyidae\u003cbr data-end=\"333\" data-start=\"330\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"344\" data-start=\"333\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper Rio Negro, Brazil\u003cbr data-end=\"371\" data-start=\"368\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"386\" data-start=\"371\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 cm \u003cbr data-end=\"411\" data-start=\"408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"424\" data-start=\"411\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years in optimal conditions\u003cbr data-end=\"460\" data-start=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"475\" data-start=\"460\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr data-end=\"495\" data-start=\"492\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"511\" data-start=\"495\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful and social\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"538\" data-start=\"535\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"558\" data-start=\"540\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"964\" data-start=\"559\"\u003eAdolfo’s Corydoras is a strikingly beautiful and peaceful bottom-dweller, known for its clean white body, bold black stripe across the eye, and a contrasting orange patch near the dorsal fin. Native to soft, tannin-rich waters in the Amazon, this species is a favorite among aquarists for its unique appearance and gentle temperament. It thrives in well-maintained community tanks with others of its kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1076\" data-start=\"984\"\u003eDorydoras adolfoi is an omnivore and benefits from a varied diet.\u003cbr data-end=\"1052\" data-start=\"1049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1076\" data-start=\"1052\"\u003eIdeal Foods Include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1283\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1077\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1115\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003eHigh-quality sinking catfish pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1118\"\u003eLive or frozen foods such as bloodworms, daphnia, brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1240\" data-start=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1240\" data-start=\"1183\"\u003eOccasional blanched vegetables (e.g., zucchini, cucumber)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1283\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1283\" data-start=\"1243\"\u003eAlgae wafers and spirulina-based pellets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1360\" data-start=\"1285\"\u003eFeed once or twice daily, ensuring food reaches the bottom where they feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1365\" data-start=\"1362\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1392\" data-start=\"1367\"\u003eTank Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1442\" data-start=\"1395\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1395\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 75L(for a group)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1443\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1479\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1461\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–26°C \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1503\" data-start=\"1480\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1503\" data-start=\"1482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1495\" data-start=\"1482\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1504\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1534\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1525\" data-start=\"1506\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–12 dGH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1600\" data-start=\"1537\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1551\" data-start=\"1537\"\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine sand preferred to protect sensitive barbels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"1601\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1662\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1613\" data-start=\"1603\"\u003eDecor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Driftwood, leaf litter, plants, and hiding spots\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1663\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1680\" data-start=\"1665\"\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle flow with good oxygenation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1797\" data-start=\"1716\"\u003eRegular water changes and clean, stable conditions are essential to their health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"1802\" data-start=\"1799\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1835\" data-start=\"1804\"\u003eBehavior \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2014\" data-start=\"1836\"\u003eAdolfo’s Corydoras are peaceful, shoaling fish that should always be kept in groups of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1936\" data-start=\"1923\"\u003e5 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are active during the day and tend to explore the tank bottom together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2016\"\u003eGood Tank Mates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2135\" data-start=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"2039\"\u003eTetras and rasboras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2059\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2084\" data-start=\"2061\"\u003ePeaceful dwarf cichlids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2102\" data-start=\"2085\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2102\" data-start=\"2087\"\u003eOther Corydoras\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2135\" data-start=\"2103\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2135\" data-start=\"2105\"\u003eSmall gouramis and livebearers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003eThey are highly social and do best in calm, community-oriented setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2212\" data-start=\"2209\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2229\" data-start=\"2214\"\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2313\" data-start=\"2230\"\u003eBreeding \u003cem data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2239\"\u003eDorydoras adolfoi\u003c\/em\u003e is possible in a home aquarium with proper conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2330\" data-start=\"2315\"\u003eKey Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2331\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2384\" data-start=\"2331\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2384\" data-start=\"2333\"\u003eCondition males and females with protein-rich foods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2452\" data-start=\"2385\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2452\" data-start=\"2387\"\u003eTrigger spawning with cool water changes to simulate rainy season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2509\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2509\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003eEggs are usually laid on flat surfaces or plant leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2585\" data-start=\"2510\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2585\" data-start=\"2512\"\u003eAdults may eat the eggs—remove either the adults or eggs for best results\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2586\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2659\" data-start=\"2588\"\u003eEggs hatch in 3–5 days; feed fry with infusoria, then baby brine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"\" data-end=\"2664\" data-start=\"2661\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"2681\" data-start=\"2666\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2917\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2738\" data-start=\"2682\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2738\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eKeep in groups for natural behavior and reduced stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2788\" data-start=\"2739\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2788\" data-start=\"2741\"\u003eAvoid rough substrates to prevent barbel damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2789\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2791\"\u003eMaintain high water quality and avoid high nitrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2917\" data-start=\"2843\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2917\" data-start=\"2845\"\u003eMonitor for disease during import; they are sensitive to poor conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AOA-Livestock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41211822866565,"sku":"10587-i","price":135.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/files\/Adolfos-Cory.jpg?v=1746351431","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/corydoras-adolfoi","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}