The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Long Fin Albino Peppered Corydoras Paleatus Catfish - 3cm
Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.
Delivered alive, guaranteed
Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.
When will my fish arrive?
| Order placed | Delivery day |
|---|---|
| Up to Monday 11:00am | Thursday (that week) |
| Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am | Friday (that week) |
| Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am | Saturday (that week) |
| Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time) | Thursday (following week) |
Overview
The Long Fin Albino Peppered Cory is a line-bred form of the hardy Peppered Cory, with a creamy pink body, ruby eyes and graceful trailing fins. Gentle and constantly foraging, it brings movement to the lower levels of the tank. The wild form comes from subtropical southern South America, so it suits cooler community aquariums too.
- Adult Size: Around 6–7 cm (2.5 in); females larger and rounder
- Lifespan: 8–10 years
Origin
- Native to: Captive-bred strain; wild form from Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Argentina
- Habitat: Rivers, tributaries, pools and small lakes
Feeding
- Diet: Omnivorous, opportunistic bottom feeder
- Preferred Foods: Sinking pellets, catfish wafers, bloodworm, daphnia, brine shrimp, tubifex
- Feeding Habits: Feed once or twice daily; sinking foods essential
Tank Mates
- Best with: Tetras, rasboras, livebearers, dwarf gouramis, other Corydoras
- Avoid: Fin-nippers, sharp decor, large or aggressive fish
Aggression & Behaviour
- Temperament: Extremely peaceful
- Territoriality: None; thrives in a shoal
Experience Level
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Challenges: Delicate fins; dislikes prolonged heat above 26°C
Water Parameters
- Water Type: Freshwater, soft to moderately hard, cool tolerant
- Temperature: 20–26°C (68–79°F)
- pH: 6.0–7.5
- Hardness: 0–12 dGH
- Flow: Slow to moderate
- Tank Size: Minimum 70 litres for a group of six
Final Notes
Keep in a group of five or more over fine sand, with dim lighting, leaf litter and planted cover. Surface gulping for air is normal; leave a gap under the lid. Females grow larger and rounder than males. One of the easiest corys to breed: a cool water change triggers spawning, eggs hatch in around three days. Avoid salt and copper medications. A forgiving, elegant fish for cooler community tanks.
Please Note
The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.
It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.
Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.
We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.
Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.