Albino Corydoras

The Albino Corydoras is a striking color variant of the Bronze Corydoras, featuring a pale pinkish-white body with pink eyes and red fins. This coloration is the result of selective breeding and makes them a standout in any community aquarium. Like all corydoras, they are peaceful bottom-dwellers that spend their time scavenging along the substrate for food. They are active, social fish that are constantly on the move, providing endless entertainment as they root through the gravel and occasionally dart to the surface for a gulp of air. Their albino coloration makes them highly visible even in darker tanks, and they bring a bright, clean appearance to the lower levels of the aquarium. They are exceptionally hardy and forgiving, making them an excellent choice for beginners while still being appreciated by experienced aquarists for their utility and charm.

Care Requirements

Tank Setup

Albino Corydoras thrive in a well-maintained aquarium with smooth gravel or sand substrate, as rough materials can damage their sensitive barbels. A 20-gallon tank is ideal for a group of 6, with plenty of open areas for foraging. Provide hiding spots with driftwood, caves, or plants. Ensure the tank has open swimming areas at the bottom where they can exhibit their natural behaviors.

Water Quality

• Temperature: 72-79°F (22-26°C)
• pH: 6.0-7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate, 2-15 dGH
• Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm
• Nitrate: <20 ppm

Feeding

These omnivores are enthusiastic eaters that accept sinking pellets, algae wafers, and frozen or live foods. Target feed them with sinking foods that reach the substrate, as they may not compete well with faster surface feeders. Supplement their diet with occasional bloodworms or brine shrimp. Feed small amounts twice daily.

Behavior & Compatibility

Albino Corydoras are highly social and must be kept in groups of 6 or more to exhibit their natural schooling behaviors. They are peaceful bottom-dwellers that coexist well with virtually any non-aggressive community fish. They are active throughout the day and make excellent tank mates for mid-level swimmers like tetras and rasboras.

Tips for Success

• Keep in groups of 6+ for natural schooling behavior and reduced stress
• Use smooth gravel or sand substrate to protect their delicate barbels
• Provide sinking foods as they are bottom feeders and may miss surface food
• They occasionally dart to the surface for air - this is normal labyrinth fish behavior
• Maintain excellent water quality as they are sensitive to ammonia and nitrites
• Their pale color makes them excellent contrast fish in planted aquariums