The Black Venezuela Corydoras Catfish (Single) is one of the most attractive and sought-after Corydoras species among aquarium hobbyists. Renowned for its deep black coloration with a metallic bronze sheen, this peaceful freshwater fish is perfect for planted aquariums and community tanks.

Black Venezuela Corydoras are active bottom dwellers that spend their day searching for leftover food, making them excellent cleanup companions. They are social fish and thrive best when kept in groups of 5 or more, although this listing is for a single fish.

Their calm temperament makes them compatible with tetras, rasboras, danios, dwarf cichlids, gouramis, livebearers, and other peaceful aquarium fish.

Key Features

• Rare and attractive Black Venezuela variety
• Peaceful community aquarium fish
• Excellent bottom cleaner and scavenger
• Ideal for planted aquariums
• Easy to maintain
• Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarists
• Best kept in groups for natural behavior

Care Information

• Scientific Name: Corydoras sp. "Black Venezuela"
• Common Name: Black Venezuela Corydoras
• Family: Callichthyidae
• Origin: Selectively bred from Venezuelan Corydoras lineage
• Adult Size: 2–2.5 inches
• Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons
• Temperature: 22–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
• Diet: Sinking pellets, algae wafers, bloodworms, tubifex, brine shrimp, and other protein-rich foods
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Lifespan: 5–8 years

Tank Setup

Provide a soft sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their sensitive barbels. Include driftwood, rocks, and live plants with shaded areas. Maintain good water quality with regular water changes and gentle filtration.

Compatibility

Compatible with:

• Tetras
• Rasboras
• Danios
• Pencilfish
• Gouramis
• Angelfish
• Dwarf Cichlids
• Other peaceful Corydoras species

Avoid keeping with aggressive or large predatory fish.

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