Corydoras

Their metallic “laser stripe” glows intensely under LED lights. Laser corys are striking, active, and known for their glowing horizontal stripes that make them stand out in schools.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Schooling
-Prefers clean water

Their green iridescence is caused by light refraction, not pigment. These shimmering corys add movement and sparkle to the bottom of the tank, especially in groups.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Schooling
-Enjoys planted tanks

Their “panda mask” pattern develops more strongly as they mature. A beloved schooling species, panda corys are active bottom dwellers that enjoy soft, clean substrates.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Must be kept in groups
-Prefers soft substrate

They get their name from the bold stripe that runs from their head to their tail like a skunk. Skunk corys are energetic and curious, constantly exploring the bottom of the tank.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Schooling fish
-Needs clean, oxygen-rich water

Despite their pale coloring, albino corys are the same species as bronze corys. Friendly and lively, albino corydoras thrive in groups and do great in community setups.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Schooling fish
-Suitable for beginners

Their dotted pattern is completely unique to each fish, like a fingerprint.
Julii corys are gentle foragers with elegant spotted patterns that shine in planted tanks.

Care Highlights:
-Hardy
-Peaceful
-Must be kept in groups
-Active bottom dwellers

Their speckled pattern can shimmer green under high-quality lighting.
Peppered corys are calm and hardy, perfect for cooler-water setups and community aquariums.

Care Highlights:
-Very hardy
-Peaceful
-Good for cooler tanks
-Great beginner cory