Black Schultzei Corydoras (Corydoras aeneus var. 'Black')
The Black Schultzei Corydoras is a selectively bred variety of the classic Corydoras aeneus, boasting a deep charcoal-to-black coloration that adds dramatic contrast to any aquarium. Like other corys, it is peaceful, sociable, and thrives in groups, spending its time foraging actively along the substrate. Its bold color makes it an excellent choice for aquascaped tanks where it can pop against green plants or lighter sand. Easy to care for and compatible with a wide range of tankmates, it’s a favorite among both beginner and experienced hobbyists.
Need to Know:
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Recommended For: Peaceful community tanks
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Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres
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Temperature Range: 22–28°C
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pH Range: 6.0–7.5
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Recommended School Size: 5 or more
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Compatibility: Very peaceful; ideal with other non-aggressive species
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Max Size: 6–7 cm
Shipping Disclaimer:
All fish are shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier (Sometimes same day, location dependant). We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care.
Special Requests:
If you have any requests for gender/colour etc we will do our best to accomodate them. Please note we can not always accomodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into seperate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.
Rural Shipping:
Good news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Fish will be shipped to your nearest agent and they will call you when they arrive. Please ensure you provide your mobile number when ordering.