Catfish Types for Home Aquariums
Catfish aren't all bottom-dwelling algae machines — the family spans tiny Corydoras schools to giant red-tailed predators.
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Jump into popular groups — tetras, corys, danios, and more.
Dwarf Cory (Corydoras habrosus)
Tiny ‘salt-and-pepper’ corys that school in midwater as often as on the sand — perfect busy cleaners for nano and shrimp community tanks.
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Three-Stripe Cory (Corydoras trilineatus)
A leopard-spotted Corydoras often sold near julii corys — social sand sifters that need groups, soft substrate, and clean oxygenated water.
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Bronze Stripe Corydoras (Corydoras eques)
The Bronze Stripe Corydoras, scientifically known as Corydoras eques, is a lesser-known but highly rewarding freshwater catfish species for aquaris…
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Griseus Corydoras (Corydoras griseus)
Corydoras griseus, commonly referred to as the Griseus Corydoras, is a lesser-known but highly appealing species of freshwater catfish within the C…
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False Bandit Corydoras (Corydoras melini)
The False Bandit Corydoras, scientifically known as Corydoras melini, is a delightful and active freshwater catfish species belonging to the Callic…
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Elegant Corydoras (Corydoras elegans)
The Elegant Corydoras (Corydoras elegans), commonly known as the Elegant Cory Catfish, is a small, peaceful freshwater fish beloved by aquarists fo…
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Bronze Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus)
Corydoras loxozonus, a peaceful and attractively patterned member of the Corydoradinae subfamily, is a delightful freshwater fish that brings both…
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Corydoras Atropersonatus (Corydoras atropersonatus)
Corydoras Atropersonatus, commonly known as the Atropersonatus Cory or “Black-Mask Cory,” is a small and endearing freshwater catfish species i…
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Corydoras cf. brevirostris
Your Guide to the Short-Nose Corydoras Are you on the hunt for an adorable, low-maintenance addition to your aquarium? Look no further than the Cor…
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Julii Cory (Corydoras julii)
Corydoras Julii, often called the Julii Cory, is a peaceful and social freshwater catfish species beloved by aquarists for its delicate spotted pat…
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Corydoras loxozonus (Corydoras loxozonus)
Corydoras loxozonus, a peaceful and attractively patterned member of the Corydoradinae subfamily, is a delightful freshwater fish that brings both…
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Corydoras Pygmaeus (Corydoras pygmaeus)
The Corydoras pygmaeus, commonly known as the Pygmy Cory, is one of the smallest and most charming members of the Corydoras genus. Native to the so…
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Corydoras sterbai
Introduction The Corydoras sterbai, a beloved species in the aquarium hobby, is cherished for its playful behavior and striking appearance. This ed…
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Panda Cory (Corydoras panda)
A Delightful Bottom-Dweller for Peaceful Aquariums The Corydoras Panda, affectionately known as the Panda Cory, is one of the most popular and reco…
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Peppered Cory (Corydoras Paleatus)
Discovering the Beauty of Corydoras Paleatus: The Peppered Cory The Corydoras Paleatus, commonly known as the Peppered Cory, is a delightful and be…
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Skunk Corydoras (Corydoras arcuatus)
The Skunk Corydoras (Corydoras arcuatus) is a charming freshwater fish known for its distinctive black “skunk-like” stripe running from its sno…
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