{"title":"Corydora","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"longfin-peppered-corydora","title":"Longfin Peppered Corydoras","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Longfin Peppered Corydoras Catfish is a beloved member of the armoured catfish family, ranks among the top choices for home freshwater aquariums due to its ease of care and hardy nature. These small, shy fish can live up to a decade in captivity, Inhabiting various aquatic environments, from slow-moving rivers to stagnant ponds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eLongfin Peppered Corydoras boast a stunning display of overlapping scales for protection, accentuated by their graceful, flowing side and dorsal fins. These catfish exhibit a variety of colour variations, including green, bronze, and albino, while typically adorned with numerous black spots across their bodies, hence earning them the name Pepper Corydora.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTo distinguish between males and females, males are typically smaller and more slender, whilst the females are larger and appear more rounded when looking at them from above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePeppered Corydoras display a remarkable ability to thrive even in stagnant water, thanks to their unique air-breathing capability. Their charming behaviour includes darting to the water's surface for a quick gulp of air before returning to the bottom, making them delightful additions to aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA social creature by nature, these catfish thrive best when kept in small groups of six or more, where it can engage in shoaling behaviour and explore its surroundings with confidence. While it prefers soft, acidic water conditions, it has demonstrated adaptability to a range of water parameters, making it a hardy and resilient fish suitable for various setups. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWith its gentle temperament and peaceful demeanour, these catfish make an excellent addition to community aquariums, where it can coexist harmoniously with other calm species. Avoid housing it with overly aggressive tankmates, particularly those that may compete for substrate space. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePeppered Corydoras are a captivating and sociable fish prized for its distinctive appearance, ease of care, and beneficial role in maintaining aquarium cleanliness. With proper care and attention, it thrives as a delightful and enriching presence in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePeppered Corydoras play a significant role in maintaining the cleanliness of the aquarium substrate by scavenging for leftover food and detritus. While they may not excel as algae eaters, they more than compensate with their diligent scavenging behaviour, contributing to the overall health of the aquarium ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFeeding these catfish is relatively straightforward, as they readily accept a diverse diet of prepared, live, and frozen foods. However, care should be taken to ensure that food reaches the bottom of the tank, as faster-swimming mid-water fish may consume it before it sinks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHigh-quality sinking foods such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-bottom-wafers-fast-sinking-wafer-with-pea-protein-cellulose-14mm-142g\" title=\"Xtreme Bottom Wafers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Bottom Wafers\u003c\/a\u003e are an excellent staple, ensuring Corydoras receive proper nutrition where they feed naturally. They can also be supplemented with foods like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-wrigglers-slow-sinking-krill-sticks-resealable-pouch-bag-1mm-56g\" title=\"Xtreme Wrigglers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXtreme Wrigglers\u003c\/a\u003e, provided enough reaches the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCorydoras catfish have a unique spawning process. During courtship, the male positions himself in a T-pose beneath the female. She then lays a few eggs, holding them in a “basket” made with her pelvic fins. The male fertilises these eggs, and the female swims off to stick them to a safe surface, like the aquarium glass, plant leaves (often hardy plants like Anubias), or smooth decorations. This process repeats until she has laid anywhere between 15 and 300 eggs in total, corydora can typically breed once or twice a month.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCorydoras are known to eat their own eggs, as will other fish in the tank, so it’s best to either remove the adults or collect the eggs. To move them safely, use an old credit card or ID card to gently scrape them off the glass, then place them into a breeder box, hatching container, or separate tank with plenty of gentle aeration. A small dose of methylene blue can help prevent fungal growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe eggs hatch in about 3–5 days. Once hatched, the fry stay still and live off their yolk sacs for another 2–3 days. After that, they become free-swimming and need very fine food, such as freshly hatched baby brine shrimp, microworms, or powdered fry food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep the water clean and well-oxygenated, doing small daily water changes to prevent ammonia spikes. As the fry grow, introduce slightly larger foods and provide hiding spots with plants like Java moss or hairgrass. Once they reach around 2.5–3 cm they can be moved back into the main tank with the parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small Unsexed 2-3cm","offer_id":44159871320235,"sku":"lf-peppered-corydora-small-uns-2-3cm","price":13.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large Unsexed 4-6cm","offer_id":45789445521579,"sku":"lf-peppered-corydora-Large-uns-4-6cm","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Longfin_Peppered_Corydora.png?v=1770457819"},{"product_id":"sterbai-corydora","title":"Sterbai Corydoras","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Sterbai Corydoras, also known as Corydoras Sterbai boasts a striking pattern of white spots set against a deep, velvety black background on its head, and bright orange fins it creates a visually captivating contrast. With its sleek and streamlined body adorned with subtle hues, the Sterbai Corydoras adds a touch of elegance to any aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTo distinguish between males and females, males are typically smaller and more slender, whilst the females are larger and appear more rounded when looking at them from above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eA social creature by nature, the Sterbai Corydoras thrives best when kept in small groups of six or more, where it can engage in shoaling behaviour and explore its surroundings with confidence. While it prefers soft, acidic water conditions, it has demonstrated adaptability to a range of water parameters, making it a hardy and resilient fish suitable for various setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWith its gentle temperament and peaceful demeanour, these catfish make an excellent addition to community aquariums, where it can coexist harmoniously with other calm species. Avoid housing it with overly aggressive tankmates, particularly those that may compete for substrate space. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCorydoras are a captivating and sociable fish prized for its distinctive appearance, ease of care, and beneficial role in maintaining aquarium cleanliness. With proper care and attention, it thrives as a delightful and enriching presence in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe Sterbai Corydoras play a significant role in maintaining the cleanliness of the aquarium substrate by scavenging for leftover food and detritus. While they may not excel as algae eaters, they more than compensate with their diligent scavenging behaviour, contributing to the overall health of the aquarium ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eFeeding these catfish is relatively straightforward, as they readily accept a diverse diet of prepared, live, and frozen foods. However, care should be taken to ensure that food reaches the bottom of the tank, as faster-swimming mid-water fish may consume it before it sinks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHigh-quality sinking foods such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-bottom-wafers-fast-sinking-wafer-with-pea-protein-cellulose-14mm-142g\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Xtreme Bottom Wafers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXtreme Bottom Wafers\u003c\/a\u003e are an excellent staple, ensuring Corydoras receive proper nutrition where they feed naturally. They can also be supplemented with foods like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-community-crave-krill-spirulina-flakes\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Xtreme Community Crave\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXtreme Community Crave Flakes\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/products\/xtreme-wrigglers-slow-sinking-krill-sticks-resealable-pouch-bag-1mm-56g\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Xtreme Wrigglers\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eXtreme Wrigglers\u003c\/a\u003e, provided enough reaches the substrate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBreeding Behaviour:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCorydoras catfish have a unique spawning process. During courtship, the male positions himself in a T-pose beneath the female. She then lays a few eggs, holding them in a “basket” made with her pelvic fins. The male fertilises these eggs, and the female swims off to stick them to a safe surface, like the aquarium glass, plant leaves (often hardy plants like Anubias), or smooth decorations. This process repeats until she has laid anywhere between 15 and 300 eggs in total, corydora can typically breed once or twice a month.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCorydoras are known to eat their own eggs, as will other fish in the tank, so it’s best to either remove the adults or collect the eggs. To move them safely, use an old credit or ID card to gently scrape them off the glass, then place them into a breeder box, hatching container, or separate tank with plenty of gentle aeration. A small dose of methylene blue can help prevent fungal growth on both fertile and unfertile eggs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThe eggs hatch in about 3–5 days. Once hatched, the fry stay still and live off their yolk sacs for another 2–3 days. After that, they become free-swimming and need very fine food, such as freshly hatched baby brine shrimp, microworms, or powdered fry food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eKeep the water clean and well-oxygenated, doing small daily water changes to prevent ammonia spikes. As the fry grow, introduce slightly larger foods and provide hiding spots with plants like Java moss or hairgrass. Once they reach around 2.5–3 cm  they can be moved back into the main tank with the parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Small Unsexed 2-4cm","offer_id":44159953600683,"sku":"sterbai-corydora-small-uns-2-4cm","price":18.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large Male 5-6cm","offer_id":44159953633451,"sku":"sterbai-corydora-large-male-5-6cm","price":27.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large Female 5-6cm","offer_id":44426826678443,"sku":"sterbai-corydora-large-female-5-6cm","price":26.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large Unsexed 5-6cm","offer_id":45689450299563,"sku":"sterbai-corydora-small-uns-2-4cm","price":24.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/files\/Sterbai_Corydora.png?v=1770457738"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/6712\/1835\/collections\/corydora.png?v=1765778748","url":"https:\/\/www.rippleeffectaquatics.com.au\/collections\/corydoras.oembed","provider":"Ripple Effect Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}