{"product_id":"high-fin-bronze-corydoras-osteogaster-aeneus","title":"High Fin Bronze Corydoras | Osteogaster aenea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe High Fin Bronze Corydoras is a long-finned form of one of the most bombproof catfish in the hobby, glowing coppery blue-green under the lights with an extended, sail-like dorsal fin. Peaceful, sociable and endlessly busy along the bottom, it is a perfect first cory — just always keep it in a group. It reaches around 6–7 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bronze cory is found very widely across South America, from Colombia and Venezuela south to Argentina, in slow, shallow streams, ditches and pond margins over soft mud and sand. It lives in large groups, foraging in the substrate for small foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rounded, armour-plated catfish in metallic bronze to blue-green, with a paler belly and the two rows of bony plates typical of the genus. The \"high fin\" form carries a noticeably taller, longer dorsal fin than the standard bronze. Females are larger and rounder-bodied than the slimmer males.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompletely peaceful and highly social. Keep a group of at least six, ideally more, so they forage and rest together confidently. An excellent, gentle bottom-dweller for almost any community tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn omnivorous bottom-feeder. Feed sinking pellets, wafers and tablets along with frozen and live foods such as bloodworm and brine shrimp. It is a scavenger, but should be fed directly rather than left to rely on leftovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide a tank of 60 litres or more with a soft sand or smooth-gravel substrate to protect its delicate barbels, plus shade and planting. It is hardy and adaptable across soft to neutral water. Good water quality and clean substrate keep the barbels healthy, and it appreciates the occasional dash to the surface for a gulp of air.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the easier cories to spawn. Well-fed groups spawn after a cool water change, the female carrying eggs in a pelvic \"basket\" and depositing them on glass and plants in the classic T-position. Eggs hatch in a few days; remove adults or eggs, as the fry are best raised separately on infusoria and baby brine shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOsteogaster aenea (formerly Corydoras aeneus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Fin Bronze Corydoras\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidespread across South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeaceful (schooling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90+ litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore (sinking pellets, wafers, live\/frozen foods)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22–28 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–18 dGH (soft to medium-hard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalinity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable (freshwater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeginner and planted community aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReef Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlmost any peaceful community fish — tetras, rasboras, danios, livebearers, dwarf gouramis, peaceful dwarf cichlids and other small catfish. Safe with shrimp and snails.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLarge or aggressive cichlids, and fin-nippers or boisterous fish that will out-compete or harass a gentle bottom-dweller.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232805208355,"sku":"BA9238","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232805241123,"sku":"BA9238-M","price":20.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/high-fin-bronze-corydoras-os-43886209564963.webp?v=1790306086","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/high-fin-bronze-corydoras-osteogaster-aeneus","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}