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[ARRIVED 13-JAN-2026] Corydoras oiapoquensis 3-4cmCorydoras oiapoquensis (Oiapoque Corydoras) 34 cm Peaceful schooling bottom dweller ideal for planted community aquariums and soft substrate nano setups Sensitive Species Shipping Restrictions Apply This species is considered highly sensitive to transport stress and extended transit times. Recommended for: Local pickup Metro delivery zones with short transit times Orders to regional, remote, or extended transit locations may be declined at our
Corydoras oiapoquensis (Oiapoque Corydoras) – 3–4 cm
Peaceful schooling bottom-dweller ideal for planted community aquariums and soft-substrate nano setups
⚠️ Sensitive Species – Shipping Restrictions Apply
This species is considered highly sensitive to transport stress and extended transit times.
Recommended for:
- Local pickup
- Metro delivery zones with short transit times
Orders to regional, remote, or extended-transit locations may be declined at our discretion.
No DOA (Dead on Arrival) guarantee applies when shipped.
By purchasing this species for delivery, you acknowledge and accept the increased transport risk associated with sensitive livestock.
Quick Facts
- Size: Approx. 3–4 cm juvenile
- Adult Size: Approx. 5–6 cm
- Tank Size: 40L+ recommended
- Difficulty: 🟢 Easy
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Best Kept: Groups of 4–6+
Is this for you?
✔️ Good if:
- You want peaceful bottom-level activity
- You keep planted or community aquariums
- You can provide soft substrate
- You are happy to keep a proper group
❌ Avoid if:
- You want a solitary fish
- You use sharp gravel
- You expect them to survive on leftovers only
- You keep aggressive bottom dwellers
Why this fish?
Corydoras oiapoquensis is a peaceful South American catfish that adds constant movement and natural behaviour to the lower areas of the aquarium.
They actively forage through the substrate searching for food, creating a more natural and engaging tank environment.
This species works especially well in planted community aquariums where gentle behaviour and schooling activity are preferred.
Common mistakes
- Keeping them alone → increased stress
- Using sharp gravel that damages barbels
- Assuming they survive only on leftovers
- Overcrowding the bottom zone
- Ignoring stable water quality
Care made simple
- Temperature: 22–26°C
- Diet: Sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods
- Group Size: 4–6+ recommended
- Substrate: Soft sand preferred
- Water: Clean, stable conditions
Pair with
- Peaceful tetras and rasboras
- Soft sand substrate
- Driftwood and planted aquascapes
- Bottom feeder pellets
- Other peaceful Corydoras species
Corydoras do best when treated as social fish rather than “cleanup crew.” Proper feeding and soft substrate make a far bigger difference than many hobbyists realise.
FAQ
Can I keep just one?
No. Corydoras are social fish and should be kept in groups for natural behaviour and reduced stress.
Do they clean the tank?
They help consume leftover food but are not a replacement for maintenance or cleaning.
Do they need sand?
Soft sand is preferred because it protects their sensitive barbels while foraging.
Are they beginner-friendly?
Yes. They are generally hardy when kept in clean water and appropriate groups.
What do they eat?
They prefer sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, and protein-rich bottom-feeder diets.
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