Emerald brochis
Brochis splendens · Callichthyidae
Also known as Green cory, Emerald catfish
Beginner
A chunky, metallic-green cory relative that grows noticeably larger than a normal cory.
In short: An emerald brochis needs at least 110 L (29 US gal), water at 22–28 °C (72–82 °F) and pH 6–7.8. It is peaceful, best kept in groups of 5 or more, and rated beginner to keep.
- Minimum tank
- 110 L (29 US gal)
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C (72–82 °F)
- pH
- 6–7.8
- Adult size
- 8 cm (3.1 in)
- Group size
- 5+
Care requirements
- Minimum tank volume
- 110 L (29 US gal)
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C (72–82 °F)
- pH
- 6–7.8
- Hardness
- 2–18 dGH
- Lifespan
- 8–12 years
- Diet
- Omnivore — sinking pellets, tablets, frozen foods.
- Care level
- Beginner
Origin & habitat
- Native region
- Upper Amazon basin
- Water type
- Freshwater
- Biotope
- Sandy, plant-lined tributaries
- Natural conditions
- Sand, clean well-oxygenated water.
Behaviour & stocking
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Minimum group
- 5 fish
- Swims
- Bottom
- Good tank mates
- Larger tetrasAngelfishBristlenose pleco
- Avoid
- Sharp gravelAggressive cichlids
Breeding & difficulty
- Breeding difficulty
- Intermediate
- Sexing
- Females are broader.
- Notes
- Spawns like other corys but needs a large group.
- Common ailments
- Barbel erosionIch
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