{"product_id":"orange-venezuelan-corydoras-osteogaster-aeneus-orange-venezuela","title":"Orange Venezuelan Corydoras | Osteogaster aeneus 'Orange Venezuela'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orange Venezuelan Corydoras is a prized colour form of the bronze cory, glowing with warm sunset-orange over its flanks. Hardy, peaceful and endlessly busy, it is one of the easiest catfish to keep and looks its best in an active shoal working the substrate. Reaching around 6–7 cm, it is a charming and colourful addition to a peaceful community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bronze cory complex is widespread across South America, and this orange form originates from Venezuelan populations of the aeneus group. In the wild these catfish live in shallow, slow-moving streams and margins with soft sediment, foraging in groups over the bottom for small food items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the standard bronze cory is olive-green, the Orange Venezuela form is flushed with warm orange over the head and body, giving it a glowing, sunset appearance. It has the classic armoured cory body, rounded snout with sensory barbels, and a peaceful, rummaging manner. Well-fed specimens in a group show the strongest colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thoroughly peaceful, sociable shoaler that should be kept in a group of six or more. It spends its time bustling along the bottom and mixes beautifully with other calm community fish. Corys are never aggressive and are happiest with the security of their own kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn omnivorous bottom feeder that takes sinking pellets, wafers, frozen bloodworm and any food that reaches the substrate. Corys are not just a \"clean-up crew\" — they should be fed their own sinking foods directly to keep them well nourished. A varied diet keeps their colour and condition strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide at least 60 litres (90 litres-plus for a larger shoal) with a soft sand or smooth gravel substrate to protect their delicate barbels, which can wear away on sharp gravel. They appreciate clean, well-oxygenated water and gentle flow. Easy and adaptable, they are an excellent beginner catfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorydoras spawn in the classic \"T-position,\" the female carrying fertilised eggs in her pelvic fins before pressing them onto glass, plants or décor. Cooler water changes often trigger spawning. The bronze cory group breeds readily, and eggs can be raised separately away from hungry tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOsteogaster aeneus 'Orange Venezuela' (formerly Corydoras aeneus)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange Venezuelan Cory, Orange Venezuela Cory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVenezuela, South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 6–7 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 or larger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore (bottom) – sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22–26 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGH Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–15 dGH (soft to moderately 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\u003ePeaceful 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 – completely plant safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTetras, rasboras, pencilfish, dwarf cichlids, guppies, other Corydoras and small peaceful catfish. Ideal for any calm community with a soft substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge or aggressive cichlids, boisterous fish that outcompete them for food, and anything big enough to see a small cory as a meal. Avoid sharp gravel, which damages their barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Small (1-5cm)","offer_id":55232799670563,"sku":"AA2154","price":17.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium (5-10cm)","offer_id":55232799703331,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/Orange_Venezuelan_Corydoras_b5abe78c-2a52-4eee-b70a-a373c89c552c.jpg?v=1781698800","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/orange-venezuelan-corydoras-osteogaster-aeneus-orange-venezuela","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}