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Sterbai Corydoras

Corydoras sterbai

Warm-tolerant cory often paired with warmer community fish.

Starter tank20+ gal
Temperature75–82°F
pH6–7.8
Group guide6+

Planning your aquarium

The library starting point is 20+ US gallons. Plan for the approximate 2.7-inch adult size and the species' normal activity, not just its current shop size.

The library suggests a group of at least 6. Count every individual when estimating stocking and swimming room.

Mixed-species aquariums may need substantially more space. Tank length, adult behavior, filtration, and hiding spaces all matter.

Tank setup and behavior

  • Provide bottom space, suitable substrate, and accessible hiding places.
  • Include planting or cover without removing all open swimming space.

This corydoras tolerates warmer community setups better than some other commonly sold corydoras.

Warm-tolerant cory often paired with warmer community fish.

Food and feeding

Food options: Sinking pellets, Wafers, Frozen bloodworms.

Use appropriately sized, complete staple foods and rotate suitable foods for variety. Feed modest portions and remove uneaten food.

Compatibility

The current rule-based checker does not list a dedicated pairing warning for this species. That does not mean every pairing is safe; review temperament, adult size, diet, habitat and water requirements.