{"id":658,"date":"2026-02-16T22:34:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:34:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/albino-peppered-corydoras-paleatus-catfish-3cm\/"},"modified":"2026-02-16T22:34:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:34:56","slug":"albino-peppered-corydoras-paleatus-catfish-3cm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=albino-peppered-corydoras-paleatus-catfish-3cm","title":{"rendered":"Albino Peppered Corydoras Paleatus Catfish &#8211; 3cm"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"696\"><strong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"296\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"299\" \/>The <strong data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"332\">Albino Peppered Corydoras<\/strong> is a charming and peaceful bottom-dweller, known for its <strong data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"417\">pale pinkish-white body<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"438\">bright red eyes<\/strong>, and playful nature. A selectively bred albino variant of the classic <em data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"529\">Corydoras paleatus<\/em>, this small catfish is <strong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"605\">hardy, social, and ideal for community aquariums<\/strong>. It actively sifts through the substrate for food, helping keep the tank clean and lively.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"917\"><strong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"709\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"712\" \/>The wild-type <em data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"746\">Corydoras paleatus<\/em> hails from <strong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"803\">cooler freshwater rivers in South America<\/strong>, particularly in <strong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"855\">Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina<\/strong>. The albino form was developed through <strong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"916\">aquarium breeding<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"1200\"><strong data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"931\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\" \/>Omnivorous and easy to please. Feed <strong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"989\">sinking pellets<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1001\">wafers<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1031\">frozen or live foods<\/strong> such as <strong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1081\">bloodworms, daphnia, and brine shrimp<\/strong>. They\u2019ll also scavenge leftover food but should be specifically targeted with bottom-dwelling food for optimal health.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1478\"><strong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1217\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1217\" data-end=\"1220\" \/>Very <strong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1250\">peaceful and sociable<\/strong>, perfect for <strong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1291\">planted community tanks<\/strong>. Best kept in <strong data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1329\">groups of 5 or more<\/strong>, which encourages natural schooling and reduces stress. Ideal companions include tetras, rasboras, guppies, dwarf gouramis, and other peaceful fish.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1503\"><strong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1501\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1705\">\n<li data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1542\">\n<p data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1542\">Temperature: <strong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1540\">72\u201378\u00b0F (22\u201326\u00b0C)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1562\">\n<p data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1562\">pH: <strong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1560\">6.0\u20137.5<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1596\">\n<p data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1596\">Soft to moderately hard water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1634\">\n<p data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1634\">Minimum Tank Size: <strong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1632\">20 gallons<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1705\">\n<p data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1705\">Use <strong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1671\">fine sand or smooth gravel<\/strong> to protect their delicate barbels<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1736\"><strong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1734\">Behavior &amp; Personality:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1943\">\n<li data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1816\">\n<p data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1816\">Active bottom foragers\u2014constantly exploring and interacting with each other<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1890\">\n<p data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1890\">Will \u201cwink\u201d or gulp air at the surface occasionally (normal behavior)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1943\">\n<p data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1943\">Peaceful and <strong data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1924\">non-aggressive<\/strong>, even when crowded<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1965\"><strong data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1963\">Special Notes:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2189\">\n<li data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"2006\">\n<p data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2006\">Very <strong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2004\">hardy and beginner-friendly<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2077\">\n<p data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2077\">Prefers <strong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2050\">dim lighting and shaded areas<\/strong> with driftwood or plants<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2132\">\n<p data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2132\">Keep the substrate clean to prevent barbel erosion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2189\">\n<p data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2189\">Breeds readily in captivity under the right conditions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2440\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">The <strong data-start=\"2195\" data-end=\"2224\">Albino Peppered Corydoras<\/strong> is a lovable, low-maintenance catfish that adds both charm and utility to freshwater tanks. Its <strong data-start=\"2321\" data-end=\"2341\">playful behavior<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2360\">gentle nature<\/strong>, and <strong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2383\">albino beauty<\/strong> make it a favorite for community aquariums of all sizes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Overview:The Albino Peppered Corydoras is a charming and peaceful bottom-dweller, known for its pale pinkish-white body, bright red eyes, and playful nature. A selectively bred albino variant of the classic Corydoras paleatus, this small catfish is hardy, social, and ideal for community aquariums. 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