Orange Venezuelan Cory (Corydoras venezuelanus) 2-3cm

Orange Venezuelan Cory, a Bright and Peaceful Schooling Catfish

The Orange Venezuelan Cory (Corydoras venezuelanus) is one of the most colourful corydoras in the hobby, instantly recognisable for its warm burnt-orange body and soft green flank sheen. It is an active, peaceful bottom dweller that brings constant movement and colour to the lower levels of a planted aquarium.

Like all corydoras, the Orange Venezuelan Cory is a social fish that feels safest and looks its best in a group. At N8 Aquatics our stock is carefully quarantined and conditioned, so your fish arrive strong, settled and ready for their new home.

Species Snapshot

• Size Sold: Approximately 2 to 3 cm
• Adult Size: Up to 6 cm
• Tank Size: 75 L minimum for a group
• Temperament: Peaceful
• Temperature: 22 to 26 C
• pH: 6.0 to 7.5
• Difficulty: Easy

Key Information

• Scientific Name: Corydoras venezuelanus
• Common Names: Orange Venezuelan Cory, Venezuelan Orange Cory, Venezuela Cory
• Diet: Omnivore. Sinking wafers, quality pellets and frozen foods
• Minimum Group: 6 or more
• Care Level: Beginner friendly

Keeping the Orange Venezuelan Cory

Keep this cory in a group of at least six, as numbers make them bolder and more active. A soft sand substrate protects their delicate barbels and lets them forage naturally the way they do in the wild.

The Orange Venezuelan Cory suits peaceful community tanks and pairs beautifully with tetras, rasboras, rainbowfish and small blue-eyes. Gentle water flow, clean conditions and a few shaded spots will keep them thriving for years.

Shipped Live, Australia-Wide

We ship the Orange Venezuelan Cory Australia-wide with live arrival guaranteed, and local Rockhampton pickup is always welcome. Every fish leaves us quarantined, conditioned and ready to settle straight into your aquarium.