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Adolfoi Corydoras

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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.