Longfin Pepper Corydora

Longfin Pepper Corydora (Corydoras paleatus "Longfin")

A selectively bred long-finned variant of the classic Peppered Corydoras, featuring the same attractive mottled grey-black patterning with elegantly elongated dorsal, pectoral, and caudal fins. A peaceful, active schooling catfish that constantly forages the substrate, adding movement and character to the lower levels of the community aquarium.

Care at a Glance:

• Minimum Tank Size: 75L+ with a soft sand substrate and open swimming space
• Temperature: 22–26°C
• pH Range: 6.0–8.0
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Temperament: Peaceful, social, schooling
• Diet: Omnivore — sinking pellets, wafers, frozen/live foods (bloodworms, brine shrimp), and leftover flake food
• Max Size: 6–7cm
• Lifespan: 5+ years
• Care Level: Easy (hardy and forgiving — ideal for beginners)

Tank Mates: Peaceful community fish — tetras, rasboras, guppies, and other corydoras. Best kept in groups of 6+ of the same species for natural, confident schooling behaviour.

Origin: South America — Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay (selectively bred longfin aquarium variant of the wild Peppered Corydoras)