name: red laser corydoras (corydoras cf. aeneus “red laser”) max size: up to 2.5 inches water parameters: pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 72-79°F, soft to moderately hard water diet: omnivorous – enjoys sinking pellets, wafers, and live or frozen foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, and daphnia temperament: very peaceful and social; thrives in groups of six or more tank setup: soft sandy substrate with plants, driftwood, and shaded areas; gentle filtration and clean, well-oxygenated water are important compatibility: excellent community fish that does well with tetras, rasboras, dwarf cichlids, livebearers, and other peaceful species behavior: active bottom dweller that constantly searches the substrate for food; displays more natural behavior and confidence when kept in groups fun fact: the red laser corydoras gets its name from the bright red metallic stripe that runs along its back, which can appear to glow under aquarium lighting
