Three stripe corydoras (Corydoras trilineatus)

Family: Callichthyidae

Three stripe corydoras — a Callichthyidae from South America, peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Reaches 4.6–6.7 cm; keep bottom stock light — they share one floor. 22–26 °C.

Care parameters

Water temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6–8
GH hardness
5–19 dGH
Adult length
4.6–6.7 cm
Minimum tank
54 L
Water layer
Bottom-dwelling
Difficulty
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful; most activity happens after dark
Origin
South America

Species overview

Corydoras trilineatus is a Callichthyidae from South America. In the wild it prefers slow streams over sand; in the aquarium it stays peaceful. Plan on 4.6–6.7 cm of adult fish at 22–26 °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
Keep bottom stock light — they share one floor
Diet
Omnivorous scavenger — sinking pellets, frozen and vegetable foods
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
Spawning rarely seen; presumed crevice egg-layer

Frequently asked questions

Is Three stripe corydoras easy to keep?

Intermediate difficulty. Peaceful; most activity happens after dark; keep bottom stock light — they share one floor.

What temperature and water chemistry does Three stripe corydoras need?

Set the heater to 22–26 °C and avoid swings. pH 6–8, GH 5–19 dGH suit it.

How big does Three stripe corydoras get, and what tank size?

Expect 4.6–6.7 cm as an adult, living bottom-dwelling. A 54 L tank or larger gives it room.

What does Three stripe corydoras eat?

Omnivorous scavenger — sinking pellets, frozen and vegetable foods. It forages naturally over fine sand, so let some food reach the bottom.

Can Three stripe corydoras live with other fish?

Peaceful; most activity happens after dark. Recommended tankmates: Mid-water schooling fish — Use the space catfish ignore. Avoid Fast surface feeders — Leave nothing for the bottom.

Where does Three stripe corydoras come from?

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

How does Three stripe corydoras breed?

In the aquarium: spawning rarely seen; presumed crevice egg-layer. Females rounder.