Orange Laser Cory

The orange laser aeneus cory catfish are found in still or slow-moving clear waters in Peru and Brazil. When this natural "laser" color morph is found, it is a great moment for the fishermen. These fish reflect light and create a natural and beautiful show when swimming individually or in a pack. It must be some sight to see a large school of laser cory in the wild. Orange laser and green laser are less common than red laser cory, so they are a bit more expensive.

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: The reflective "laser" stripe shows best under good lighting against a darker substrate.