✅ Level: Easy — a grateful, peaceful bottom dweller with a beautiful spotted pattern.

Corydoras Schwartzi (Hoplisoma Schwartzi) is a beautifully patterned Corydoras species with a striking spot pattern. Like other Corydoras species, it is peaceful, social, and always foraging for food scraps on the bottom — a useful and fun addition to almost any community aquarium.

🐠 Animal Specifications

🏪 Collection & warranty

• Only available for collection at our store in Heinkenszand — this animal is not shipped
• Feel free to inspect the fish carefully in the store when collecting
• Do not hesitate to ask for advice on care or aquarium composition when collecting

✂️ Care

Keep in a school of at least 6 individuals — Corydoras are social animals that feel most comfortable in a group. Choose a soft, non-sharp substrate like sand to protect their sensitive barbels. As a substrate spawner, this species lays its eggs on a flat surface such as glass or leaves.

🐠 Combination Tip

Completely peaceful and excellent to combine with almost all other calm community fish, such as tetras, dwarf gouramis, and shrimp.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best substrate for this fish?
A soft, non-sharp substrate like sand is best to protect their sensitive barbels.

How many individuals should I buy at minimum?
At least 6 individuals — Corydoras are social animals that feel most comfortable in a group.

Is this fish suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, Corydoras Schwartzi is completely peaceful and excellent to combine with shrimp.

Do you have another question? Feel free to visit the store — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.