Remarks: The Peru black Corydoras is a species very similar to the Fowler's Corydoras in that both have elongated faces and barbels along with similar patterns. What mainly sets the two apart is that the Peru black Corydoras have a darker black coloration that covers more of their body. They are a fairly large species of Corydoras and males can become rather aggressive toward each other and conspecifics when spawning. For this reason, they should be given plenty of space to set up territories.

  Corydoradinae are small, peaceful catfish that are active shoalers and will stay near conspecifics, making for a lovely sight. They feed by searching through sand with their barbels, making such a substrate necessary for their long-term health. Gravel substrates tend to be abrasive and damage the barbels, leading to infections and an inability to find food.

  While these friendly catfish are willing to swim with other species of Corydoradinae different from their own, this does not provide the same social need as being kept with members of their own species. Because of this, it is highly recommended to keep at least six of each species of Corydoradinae present in the aquarium and only mix species if one has the space to keep at least six of each.

  Corydoradinae are often looked at as "scavengers," but they should be treated in a similar fashion as the rest of your fish. They are omnivores and require a mixed diet. Sinking prepared foods are readily accepted, as are frozen and live foods such as brine shrimp, blackworms, and bloodworms.