Spotted Catfish – Corydoras punctatus

The Spotted Corydoras (Corydoras punctatus) is a particularly beautiful wild-caught fish from South America, notable for its even spotted pattern and silvery, shimmering body. The small dark spots give it an elegant, subtle pattern that is particularly effective in a school.

This species is peaceful, lively, and sociable. In groups of six or more, the Spotted Corydoras exhibits harmonious schooling behavior and ensures natural activity on the aquarium bottom. It prefers clear, soft water and a fine sandy substrate, where it enjoys searching for food.

🌿 Characteristics & Care:
🐠 Fish size: M/L (4.5–5 cm)
🌎 Origin: South America (Suriname, Guyana) – 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 & peaceful tankmates

🍽️ Feeding:
Eats live, frozen, and dry food. Artemia, cyclops, and sinking food tablets are particularly popular.

💡 Tip:
A dark substrate particularly highlights the fine spotted pattern. Dimmed lighting emphasizes the metallic sheen of the body.

👉 Conclusion:
The Spotted Corydoras (Corydoras punctatus, wild-caught) is an elegant, peaceful, and easy-to-care-for bottom dweller – ideal for community aquariums with a South American flair.