Black Finned Corydoras – Corydoras schwartzi

The Banded Corydoras (Corydoras schwartzi) is a particularly attractive wild-caught specimen from Brazil, notable for its shimmering silver body color and the characteristic dark band along its back. This elegant marking gives it a noble appearance, making it a true eye-catcher in the aquarium.

This species is peaceful, active, and sociable. In groups of at least six, the Banded Corydoras feels particularly at home and displays its natural schooling behavior. Ideal for planted aquariums with fine sand substrate and calm tank mates.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish size: L (approx. 5–6 cm)
🌎 Origin: Brazil (Rio Negro) – Wild-caught
🌡️ Temperature: 23–27 °C
💧 pH value: 6.0–7.5
⚖️ Total hardness: up to 15 °dGH
🐟 Social behavior: Peaceful, schooling fish (from 6 animals)
🌾 Aquarium: From 80 l, with sand substrate, plants & roots

🍽️ Feeding:
Eats live, frozen, and dry food. Particularly popular are brine shrimp, mosquito larvae, and sinking food tablets.

💡 Tip:
A dark substrate clearly highlights the black dorsal band. In dimmed light, the silvery scales truly shine.

👉 Conclusion:
The Banded Corydoras (Corydoras schwartzi, wild-caught) is an elegant, peaceful, and easy-to-care-for bottom dweller – ideal for naturalistic community aquariums.