Emerald Brochis (Corydoras splendens)

Family: Callichthyidae

Emerald Brochis — a Callichthyidae from Amazon basin, South America, peaceful giant of the bottom, indifferent to mid-water life. Reaches 4.9–7.3 cm; singly or in small groups depending on species size. 21–25 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
21–25 °C
pH
6–8
GH hardness
2–25 dGH
Adult length
4.9–7.3 cm
Minimum tank
64 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful giant of the bottom, indifferent to mid-water life
Origin
Amazon basin, South America

Species overview

Corydoras splendens is a Callichthyidae from Amazon basin, South America. In the wild it prefers slow streams over sand; in the aquarium it stays peaceful giant of the bottom, indifferent to mid-water life. Plan on 4.9–7.3 cm of adult fish at 21–25 °C. Related profiles: Corydoras aeneus, Corydoras paleatus, Corydoras panda.

Native biotope

Habitat
Slow streams over sand
Flow
Gentle
Dissolved O₂
Moderate

Aquascape & hardware

Substrate
Fine sand
Hardscape
Driftwood and broad-leaf shade
Plants
Hardy low-light species

Temperament, diet & tankmates

Schooling
Singly or in small groups depending on species size
Diet
Opportunistic bottom-feeder with a broad palate
Recommended tankmates
  • Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore
Avoid keeping with
  • Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom

Breeding & notes

Sexual dimorphism
Females rounder
Breeding method
Egg-depositing in hollows; some guard, some abandon

Frequently asked questions

Is Emerald Brochis easy to keep?

Intermediate difficulty. Peaceful giant of the bottom, indifferent to mid-water life; singly or in small groups depending on species size.

What temperature and water chemistry does Emerald Brochis need?

Aim for 21–25 °C. Stable tropical range; 21.0–25.0 °C typical for the genus.

How big does Emerald Brochis get, and what tank size?

Expect 4.9–7.3 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 64 L tank or larger gives it room.

What does Emerald Brochis eat?

Opportunistic bottom-feeder with a broad palate. Vary the menu — quality flakes or pellets plus frozen or live foods.

Can Emerald Brochis live with other fish?

Peaceful giant of the bottom, indifferent to mid-water life; singly or in small groups depending on species size. Good company: Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore. Keep away from Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom.

Where does Emerald Brochis come from?

Its home waters are Amazon basin, South America — slow streams over sand, with gentle.

How does Emerald Brochis breed?

Egg-depositing in hollows; some guard, some abandon. Females rounder.