Gold Albino Corydoras
Gold Albino Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus) – 1 inch
Overview
The Gold Albino Corydoras is a beautiful and highly popular bottom-dwelling catfish known for its golden-white body, pinkish eyes, and peaceful personality. This albino variety of the Bronze Corydoras combines the hardy nature of its wild-type counterpart with a unique coloration that stands out in planted and community aquariums. Active, social, and easy to care for, Gold Albino Corydoras are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Approximate Shipping Size: 1 inch
Appearance
Gold Albino Corydoras display a pale golden-white body accented by bright pink to red eyes characteristic of albino fish. Their reflective coloration creates a striking contrast against dark substrates and green plants, making them highly visible despite their bottom-dwelling habits. As they mature, they develop a more robust body shape while maintaining their distinctive albino appearance.
Temperament & Behavior
These Corydoras are peaceful, social fish that thrive in groups. They spend much of their time exploring the substrate in search of food and are most comfortable when kept in schools of six or more. Their active, playful behavior and constant foraging make them a favorite among community aquarium hobbyists.
Care Requirements
Gold Albino Corydoras thrive in well-maintained aquariums with soft sand or smooth gravel substrates that protect their sensitive barbels. A planted aquarium with driftwood, shaded areas, and open bottom space helps encourage natural behavior.
Tank Size: 20 gallons minimum
Temperature: 72–79°F
pH: 6.0–7.8
Hardness: Soft to moderate
Aquascape: Sand or smooth gravel, plants, driftwood, open bottom areas
Tank Mates
Compatible with a wide range of peaceful community fish including tetras, rasboras, ricefish, guppies, platies, dwarf rainbowfish, and other Corydoras species. Avoid large aggressive fish that may harass or outcompete them.
Diet & Feeding
Gold Albino Corydoras are omnivores that readily accept sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, and live foods. Supplement their diet with bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other quality foods to promote healthy growth and long-term health.
Quick Facts
Scientific Name: Corydoras aeneus
Common Name: Gold Albino Corydoras, Albino Cory Catfish
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful, Social
Diet: Omnivore
Max Size: ~2.5–3 inches
Tank Level: Bottom
Breeding: Egg Layer
Gold Albino Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus) – 1 inch
Overview
The Gold Albino Corydoras is a beautiful and highly popular bottom-dwelling catfish known for its golden-white body, pinkish eyes, and peaceful personality. This albino variety of the Bronze Corydoras combines the hardy nature of its wild-type counterpart with a unique coloration that stands out in planted and community aquariums. Active, social, and easy to care for, Gold Albino Corydoras are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Approximate Shipping Size: 1 inch
Appearance
Gold Albino Corydoras display a pale golden-white body accented by bright pink to red eyes characteristic of albino fish. Their reflective coloration creates a striking contrast against dark substrates and green plants, making them highly visible despite their bottom-dwelling habits. As they mature, they develop a more robust body shape while maintaining their distinctive albino appearance.
Temperament & Behavior
These Corydoras are peaceful, social fish that thrive in groups. They spend much of their time exploring the substrate in search of food and are most comfortable when kept in schools of six or more. Their active, playful behavior and constant foraging make them a favorite among community aquarium hobbyists.
Care Requirements
Gold Albino Corydoras thrive in well-maintained aquariums with soft sand or smooth gravel substrates that protect their sensitive barbels. A planted aquarium with driftwood, shaded areas, and open bottom space helps encourage natural behavior.
Tank Size: 20 gallons minimum
Temperature: 72–79°F
pH: 6.0–7.8
Hardness: Soft to moderate
Aquascape: Sand or smooth gravel, plants, driftwood, open bottom areas
Tank Mates
Compatible with a wide range of peaceful community fish including tetras, rasboras, ricefish, guppies, platies, dwarf rainbowfish, and other Corydoras species. Avoid large aggressive fish that may harass or outcompete them.
Diet & Feeding
Gold Albino Corydoras are omnivores that readily accept sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, and live foods. Supplement their diet with bloodworms, brine shrimp, and other quality foods to promote healthy growth and long-term health.
Quick Facts
Scientific Name: Corydoras aeneus
Common Name: Gold Albino Corydoras, Albino Cory Catfish
Care Level: Easy
Temperament: Peaceful, Social
Diet: Omnivore
Max Size: ~2.5–3 inches
Tank Level: Bottom
Breeding: Egg Layer

