Tank setup
Size the aquarium to Corydoras Sterbai's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
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Corydoras sterbai
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Sterba's Cory is a highly attractive species with a dark body covered in a fine pattern of white spots, and bright orange pectoral fins. They are a bit more sensitive to water quality than other common corys and prefer warmer temperatures. Their striking pattern makes them a standout in any community tank.
Key traits
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Everything you need to keep Corydoras Sterbai healthy in a South African setup.
Size the aquarium to Corydoras Sterbai's adult size and activity level. Match décor to natural behaviour — plants, rockwork, or open swimming room as needed.
Keep pH 6–7.5 and 24–29°C. Stable parameters matter more than chasing perfect numbers — acclimate new arrivals slowly.
Corydoras Sterbai is an omnivore. Feed a varied diet appropriate for freshwater fish — quality flakes, pellets, or frozen foods sized to the mouth.
Corydoras Sterbai is generally peaceful. Keep in a group where possible for natural behaviour.
Pair with similarly sized peaceful tankmates in freshwater fish. Avoid fin-nippers or species that outgrow this fish.
Breeding notes for Corydoras Sterbai vary by line and water chemistry — ask your local shop about proven pairs in SA.
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