Emerald Green Corydoras (Corydoras splendens) - Live Fish

💚 Emerald Green Corydoras (Corydoras splendens)
A shimmering gem for the bottom of your tank — peaceful, hardy, and endlessly charming!

The Emerald Green Corydoras, also known as the Green Cory Cat or Iridescent Cory, lives up to its name with a striking, metallic green body that shimmers beautifully under aquarium lighting. Its peaceful nature, bottom-dwelling habits, and group-loving behavior make it a perfect addition to any community freshwater tank.

This species is a long-standing favorite for both beginners and experienced aquarists due to its low maintenance care and delightful personality.

🔍 Quick Facts:

• Common Names: Emerald Green Cory, Green Cory Cat, Iridescent Cory

• Scientific Name: Corydoras splendens

• Origin: South America (Amazon Basin, including Peru and Brazil)

• Size: 2.5–3 inches

• Temperament: Peaceful, social

• Lifespan: 5–10 years

• Care Level: Easy

🏡 Ideal Aquarium Setup:

• Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons

• Temperature: 72–79°F (22–26°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Tank Tips:

  • Keep in groups of 4 or more for social well-being

  • Use sand or smooth gravel to protect delicate barbels

  • Add plants, driftwood, and hiding spots for comfort

  • Peaceful tankmates only (tetras, rasboras, dwarf gouramis, etc.)

🍽️ Diet:
Omnivorous bottom-feeder

• Sinking catfish pellets or wafers

• Frozen or live foods like bloodworms, blackworms, brine shrimp

• Will also help clean up uneaten food on the substrate

• Feed directly to ensure they get enough nutrition in community tanks

🐣 Breeding Info:

• Can be bred in captivity with the right setup

• Trigger breeding with cool water changes and a protein-rich diet

• Females lay eggs on smooth surfaces like tank walls or leaves

• Fry hatch in a few days and feed on infusoria or powdered fry food

🌟 Fun Facts:

• The emerald sheen is due to microscopic reflective cells — not pigment!

• They are air-breathers and may dart to the surface for a gulp of air.

• Corys “waddle” around the bottom and are fun to watch in a group!

💡 Pro Tip:
Use low to moderate lighting and a dark substrate to enhance the emerald glow of their bodies — it’s truly mesmerizing!

🟢 Beautiful, peaceful, and hardworking — the Emerald Green Corydoras is a glowing addition to any freshwater tank.

🛒 Now available — add this living jewel to your tank today!