Bond’s catfish - Corydoras bondi

Scientific name: Corydoras bondi

Common name: Bond’s catfish

Family: Callichthyidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 4 - 6 cm (1.57 - 2.36 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.2

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 8 - 14°N (142.86 - 250ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 20 - 24 °C (68 - 75.2°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: South America

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and Feeding

Bond’s Catfish (Corydoras bondi) thrive on a varied diet. While high-quality flakes can serve as the staple, supplementing their diet with sinking algae wafers and live or frozen treats such as bloodworms, daphnia, and brine shrimp helps keep them in excellent condition. Providing a diverse diet ensures optimal health and supports their natural scavenging behavior. Feed them small portions twice daily, ensuring the food reaches the tank bottom where they can easily access it.

Origin

Bond’s Catfish (Corydoras bondi) is native to South America, specifically found in the rivers and streams of Venezuela and Guyana. These habitats typically feature soft substrates, slow-moving waters, and dense vegetation, providing shelter and food sources. Replicating these conditions in captivity helps them feel secure and display natural behaviors.

Sexing

Sexing Corydoras bondi can be done by observing the fish from above. Females are larger with rounder, fuller bellies, especially during breeding seasons. Males are generally smaller and slimmer, making the differences noticeable in mature individuals.

Breeding

Although there have been no confirmed reports of Bond’s Catfish breeding in captivity, it is believed they reproduce similarly to other Corydoras species. In the wild, breeding is often triggered by environmental changes such as cooler water temperatures and increased water flow, mimicking seasonal rains. To encourage spawning in an aquarium, provide clean, slightly cooler water and a well-planted environment with flat surfaces like smooth stones or broad plant leaves for egg-laying. Eggs, once laid, should be carefully protected from potential predators. Fry can be fed finely crushed flakes, infusoria, or newly hatched brine shrimp for optimal growth.

Lifespan

With proper care, Bond’s Catfish can live 3-5 years in captivity. Maintaining stable water conditions, providing a balanced diet, and ensuring a stress-free environment are key to maximizing their lifespan.

Short Description

Corydoras bondi are peaceful, social fish that should be kept in groups of at least five to thrive. They prefer tanks with soft, sandy substrates to protect their sensitive barbels and plenty of plants and hiding spots to mimic their natural habitat. Most of their activity occurs during the evening or night. These bottom-dwelling scavengers are ideal for community tanks with other peaceful species, making them a delightful addition to well-maintained aquariums.

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