PisciDex Species Profile
Sterbai Cory
Warm-water Corydoras suited to peaceful community aquariums, especially tanks that run too warm for cooler cory species.
Hoplisoma sterbai
Callichthyidae | South America | Guapore River basin
Core Requirements
Tank Size
20 gallons minimum
Adult Size
2.6 inches
Group Size
Group 6+
Bioload
3/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
75-82 F
pH
6-7.6
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Omnivore
Difficulty
Easy
Lifespan
8 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
CommunityPeacefulSchoolingBottom DwellerPlant SafeInvert SafeBeginner FriendlySand Preferred
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.