Cory Concolor Venezuela

Concolor Cory Venezuela

Also called the Venezuelan Cory, the concolor cory is rare and has a distinct color pattern. The body is a solid slate with red patches, but the fins and tail have bronze and green colors. These cute little scavengers grow to just under two inches. Like all corys, these dwarf catfish are peaceful and playful aquatic pets. Corydoras prefer to swim in packs of three or more, but will do fine alone.

Quick Facts

Care Guide

Tank setup: Give them a heater, a gentle filter and a soft sand or smooth, fine gravel bottom. Plants, driftwood and a few shady spots help them feel secure. Corys are sensitive to salt and some medications (especially copper), so check labels before treating the tank.

Feeding: Corys need their own food, not just leftovers. Feed sinking pellets or wafers once or twice a day so food reaches the bottom. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Tankmates: Corys get along with almost any peaceful community fish, such as tetras, rasboras, livebearers, gouramis, angelfish and bettas. Avoid large fish that could swallow them and aggressive bottom dwellers.

Good to know: Corys sift through the substrate with their sensitive barbels, so soft sand or smooth, fine gravel keeps those barbels healthy.