{"product_id":"adolfoi-corydoras","title":"Adolfoi Corydoras","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdolfoi Corydoras (Corydoras adolfoi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Adolfoi Corydoras is an attractive and peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish originating from the upper Rio Negro region of Brazil. It is easily recognised by its pale silver-white body, bold black stripe running across the eye and along the back, and distinctive orange-gold patch on the top of the head. These contrasting markings make Adolfoi Corydoras a particularly striking addition to planted and South American community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Corydoras, they are highly social fish and should be kept in groups where they can display their natural shoaling and foraging behaviours. Their peaceful temperament makes them an excellent companion for small tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, and other non-aggressive community species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size: \u003c\/strong\u003eApproximately 5–6cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape: \u003c\/strong\u003eCompact, armoured catfish body with a flattened underside and downward-facing mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColouration: \u003c\/strong\u003ePale silver to cream body with a prominent black eye stripe, dark marking along the back, and distinctive orange-gold patch across the upper head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSexual Dimorphism: \u003c\/strong\u003eFemales are generally larger and broader through the body, particularly when viewed from above, while males tend to remain slightly smaller and slimmer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan: \u003c\/strong\u003eApproximately 5–8 years with proper care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Temperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament: \u003c\/strong\u003ePeaceful and social\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrimarily bottom dwelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocial Behaviour: \u003c\/strong\u003eA social shoaling species that spends much of its time exploring the substrate and interacting with other Corydoras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size: \u003c\/strong\u003eMinimum of 6 individuals recommended, with larger groups encouraged where space allows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e60 litres recommended for a small group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e22–26°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range: \u003c\/strong\u003e5.5–7.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoft to moderately soft water preferred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Flow: \u003c\/strong\u003eGentle to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate: \u003c\/strong\u003eFine sand or smooth, rounded substrate is strongly recommended to protect their sensitive barbels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquascape: \u003c\/strong\u003eProvide shaded areas, driftwood, plants, leaf litter, and open areas of substrate for natural foraging behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to moderate lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdolfoi Corydoras are omnivorous bottom dwellers that benefit from a varied diet. They should not be expected to survive solely on leftover food from other aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Foods: \u003c\/strong\u003eQuality sinking pellets, catfish wafers, frozen bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, insect larvae, and other appropriately sized sinking foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency: \u003c\/strong\u003eOffer 1–2 appropriately sized meals daily, ensuring sufficient food reaches the bottom of the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Tank Mates: \u003c\/strong\u003eTetras, rasboras, pencilfish, peaceful dwarf cichlids, small gouramis, other compatible Corydoras, and peaceful community fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Housing With: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge predatory fish, highly aggressive cichlids, or territorial species likely to harass bottom-dwelling fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpawning Type: \u003c\/strong\u003eEgg layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes: \u003c\/strong\u003eFemales deposit adhesive eggs onto aquarium glass, plants, or other surfaces following courtship. Adults provide no parental care and may consume the eggs if they are not protected or transferred to a separate hatching setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Considerations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdolfoi Corydoras should always be kept in groups to encourage natural behaviour and reduce stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine sand is ideal as these fish naturally sift through the substrate while searching for food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain good water quality and avoid allowing excessive waste to accumulate along the aquarium floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other Corydoras, they occasionally swim rapidly to the surface to gulp atmospheric air, which is normal behaviour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Photo is for reference only. 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