Our Guide To Keeping Rusty Cory Fish

1. About Fish Species:

   • Scientific name: Corydoras rabauti
   • Common name: Rusty Cory
   • Family: Callichthyidae
   • Origin: South America, specifically Brazil and Colombia
   • Adult length: 5 to 6 centimeters (2 to 2.5 inches)
   • Lifespan: 5 to 7 years

2. Tank Setup:

   • Rusty Corys prefer a tank with soft substrate like sand or fine gravel to prevent injury to their delicate barbels.
   • Provide plenty of hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and plants like Java moss and Amazon sword plants.

3. Water Parameters:

   • Rusty Corys thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
   • Keep the water temperature between 22 to 26°C (72 to 79°F).

4. Filtration and Water Flow:

   • A gentle to moderate water flow is suitable for Rusty Corys, so choose a filter that provides this range of flow.

5. Diet:

   • Rusty Corys are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of high-quality sinking pellets or wafers as a staple.
   • Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia to provide essential nutrients.

6. Tank mates:

   • Rusty Corys are peaceful bottom-dwelling fish and are compatible with other peaceful community fish such as tetras, rasboras, and small to medium-sized peaceful cichlids.

7. Behavior and Compatibility:

   • Rusty Corys are social fish and should be kept in groups of at least 6 individuals to prevent stress.
   • They are peaceful and can coexist with a variety of tank mates as long as they are not aggressive.