Species profile
Weitzman Corydoras
Hoplisoma weitzmani
Peaceful
Moderate care
80 L minimum aquarium
5–6 cm adult size
Bottom
Minimum group: 8
About this species
General notes for hobby use.
Soft, clean water is particularly useful for breeding, but stable ordinary community temperatures suit maintained adults.
Water parameters
Suggested general range for long-term care.
Temperature
21–25 °C
pH
5.5–7.2
GH
1–10 dGH
KH
Not yet documented
Flow preference
Moderate
Data confidence
Verified
Behaviour
General behaviour traits used by TanksConnected compatibility checks.
Minimum group size
Minimum group: 8
Tank zone
Bottom
Territory level
None
Predation risk
Tiny fry
Bioload factor
0.75
Peaceful shoaling cory. Does best in a confident group with clean sand, shade and good oxygenation.
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
5–8 years
Diet type
Omnivore
Minimum aquarium volume
80 L
Minimum footprint
70 × 30 cm
Accepted scientific name
Hoplisoma weitzmani
Alternative names
Corydoras weitzmani, Two Saddle Cory, Twosaddle Corydoras
Native range
Upper Amazon basin of Peru.
Natural habitat
Clear/soft-water tributary habitats with sand, rock, leaf litter and marginal cover.
Diet & feeding
Benthic insect larvae, crustaceans and biofilm organisms; accepts sinking tablets/granules and frozen/live foods.
Breeding & sexing
Research-backed guidance for identifying sexes and reproductive behaviour.
Sexing
Females are deeper and wider-bodied; mature males remain smaller and slimmer.
Breeding
Typical T-position spawning. Females place adhesive eggs on vegetation, glass or other surfaces; there is no parental care.