Horseman’s Corydora

Horseman's Corydora - Osteogaster eques

Care level: Easy
Max Size: 5cm
Temp: 20-25°C
PH: 6.0 - 7.5
Approximate purchase size: 3cm+
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Community

The Horseman's Cory is one of the most sought after cories in the hobby. It has a distinctive orange collar on its shoulder, which is believed to help the fish locate one another in the dark waters of their natural habitat.. Like all cories, the Horseman needs a soft sand substrate to protect its delicate barbels from damage. The tank should be furnished with bog wood and plants to offer this fish plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. They are a social species and should be maintained in a group of 6 or more individuals. This will help them feel more secure and makes them more likely to spend time out in the open. Flow should be kept moderate with plenty of oxygen.

Ideal tank mates would be other smaller shoaling species of fish. We recommend other South American species such as Apistogrammas, Angel Fish, Tetras and other peaceful catfish such as ancistrus and whiptails. Avoid larger cichlids and anything too aggressive or boisterous as it will make the cories spend more time in hiding.

Cories breathe air intestinally, so it's important that they are able to access the surface of the water. A small gap should be left between the surface of the water and the cover slides to allow this.

Food can be offered in the form of catfish sinking wafers, micro pellets and fresh or frozen fish foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworm.

If you have any questions about keeping the Horseman's Corydora, please contact us and a member of our friendly tropical team will be more than happy to advise you on best practice.

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