Similis Cory

Similis Cory

Similis Cory is a peaceful bottom-dwelling catfish valued for its active foraging behavior, attractive patterning, and excellent fit in planted community aquariums. Like many Corydoras, it does best in groups and appreciates a clean, stable setup with fine substrate and regular feeding.

Why Aquarists Like This Fish

Popular with planted tank keepers for their peaceful temperament, constant activity, and compatibility with tetras, rasboras, dwarf livebearers, and other small community fish.

Topick Aquarium Conditioning Standard

At Topick Aquarium, these fish are kept in conditioned tap water systems and observed for overall stability, feeding response, and transition into aquarium life. This helps reduce the gap between import stress and long-term success in the home aquarium.

Parameters & Care

• Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger recommended
• Temperature: 22-26°C (72-79°F)
• pH: 6.0-7.6
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water
• Temperament: Peaceful, social bottom dweller
• Group Size: Best kept in groups of 6 or more
• Diet: Sinking pellets, wafers, frozen foods, live foods

Feeding & Compatibility

Offer a varied diet and match this fish with calm, suitable tank mates. Stable maintenance, consistent feeding, and the right aquarium layout usually matter more than chasing perfect numbers on paper.

Species Specific FAQ

Do Corydoras need sand substrate?
Fine sand or very smooth substrate is strongly recommended. Corydoras constantly sift the bottom with their barbels, and rough gravel can increase the risk of wear, irritation, and long-term stress.

How many should be kept together?
Most Corydoras are noticeably more confident and active in groups of at least 6. Larger groups usually bring out better natural behavior and make them more visible during the day.

Why do Corydoras lose barbels?
Barbel damage is commonly linked to rough substrate, dirty substrate, or unstable water quality. Clean sand, regular maintenance, and consistent feeding usually give them the best chance to recover and stay in top condition.

What are good tank mates?
Ideal tank mates include small tetra species, rasboras, pencilfish, peaceful dwarf livebearers, and other calm community fish that enjoy similar temperatures and water conditions.

Canada Shipping & Local Pickup

Available for pickup in Markham, Ontario, or shipped across Canada with care. As with all livestock, proper acclimation, a mature aquarium, and species-appropriate tank mates remain important for long-term success.