Description
Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
The Albino Pepper Longfin Corydoras is an attractive and peaceful freshwater catfish, combining the distinctive pale pink-white body and red eyes of an albino variety with elegant, flowing fins. These active bottom-dwelling fish are popular among aquarium enthusiasts for their peaceful temperament, entertaining behaviour and ability to add activity to the lower levels of a community aquarium. They are social fish that thrive in groups and make an excellent addition to peaceful tropical setups.
Features of Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
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Scientific name: Corydoras paleatus (albino longfin variety)
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Common name: Albino Pepper Longfin Corydoras
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Origin: South America
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Adult size: Approximately 5–7 cm
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Temperament: Peaceful and social
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Lifespan: Approximately 5–10 years
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Diet: Omnivorous
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Water temperature: 20–25°C
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pH: 6.0–7.5
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Social behaviour: Shoaling; keep in groups of at least 6
The best aquarium size for Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
A minimum aquarium size of 75 litres is recommended for a small group. These active bottom dwellers appreciate a spacious footprint with plenty of open floor space for natural foraging behaviour. Larger aquariums are preferable when keeping them alongside other community fish.
Tank Mate Compatibility for Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
These peaceful catfish are excellent community aquarium residents and can be housed with other non-aggressive tropical fish. Suitable tank mates include:
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Neon Tetra
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Harlequin Rasbora
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Guppy
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Cherry Barb
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Bristlenose Catfish
Avoid large, aggressive or predatory species that may intimidate or injure them.
Diet for Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
Albino Pepper Longfin Corydoras are omnivorous bottom feeders that require a balanced diet. Offer quality sinking catfish pellets and wafers supplemented with frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp and daphnia. Feed sinking foods to ensure they receive adequate nutrition rather than relying on leftover food from other fish.
Aquarium Setup Corydoras Albino Pepper Longfin
Aquarium Filtration
Provide efficient biological filtration and gentle to moderate water movement. Maintain excellent water quality with regular water changes.
Aquarium Plants
Live plants such as Java Fern, Anubias and Amazon Swords provide cover and help create a natural environment.
Aquarium Lighting
Low to moderate lighting is ideal, particularly when combined with shaded areas and floating plants.
Aquarium Heating
Maintain a stable temperature between 20–25°C. Avoid excessive heat, as this species prefers slightly cooler tropical conditions.
Aquarium Substrate
Fine, smooth sand is highly recommended to protect their sensitive barbels while foraging. Smooth, rounded gravel is another suitable option.
Aquarium Decorations
Use driftwood, smooth rocks, caves and aquatic plants to create hiding places while maintaining plenty of open substrate for feeding and exploration.
