Species profile
Adolfoi Corydoras
Hoplisoma adolfoi
Peaceful
Moderate care
80 L minimum aquarium
4.5–5.5 cm adult size
Bottom
Minimum group: 6
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Care research completed under the already-verified 2024 genus Hoplisoma.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
5.5–7
GH
2–15 dGH
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
Low–moderate
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 6
Tank zone
Bottom
Territory level
None
Predation risk
Tiny fry
Bioload factor
1.5
Peaceful shoaling bottom fish; keep at least six of its own kind.
Compatibility flags
Quick cautions for common tank-planning issues.
Fin nipper
No
Plant safe
Yes
Shrimp safe
Yes
Snail safe
Yes
Cave breeder
No
Digs substrate
Yes
Jump risk
Low
Natural history & care
Research-backed context for long-term aquarium care.
Lifespan
Not yet documented
Diet type
Omnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
80 L
Minimum footprint
75 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Hoplisoma adolfoi
Alternative names
Adolfo's Cory, Corydoras adolfoi
Native range
Rio Negro basin, Amazonas, Brazil.
Natural habitat
Soft-water blackwater/clearwater tributary habitat. Use fine sand, shaded cover, wood/leaf litter and very clean mature water.
Diet & feeding
Sinking catfish foods plus varied frozen/live invertebrates; do not expect it to live on scraps.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Mature females are larger and broader-bodied when viewed from above.
Breeding
Typical cory T-position spawner; adhesive eggs are deposited on glass, plants or decor after conditioning and often a cooler water change.