Emerald Brochis Cory (Brochis splendens)

The Emerald Brochis Cory is a beautiful, peaceful catfish known for its shimmering metallic green colouration, active personality and larger size compared with many other Cory species.

Native to South America, these attractive bottom dwellers are an excellent choice for community and planted aquariums. Like other Corys, Emerald Brochis are highly social and should be kept in groups of at least 6, where they will display their best natural behaviour.

Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Brochis splendens

• Common Name: Emerald Brochis Cory / Emerald Cory

• Origin: South America

• Adult Size: Approximately 7–9cm

• Diet: Omnivore

• Temperature: 20–28°C

• pH: 5.5–7.5

• Temperament: Peaceful

• Minimum Group Size: 6+

• Tank Level: Bottom

• Sex: Unsexed

Overview

Emerald Brochis are peaceful, social fish that spend much of their time exploring the bottom of the aquarium in search of food. Their beautiful metallic green body can develop an impressive emerald sheen, particularly when they are settled and kept in good condition.

They grow larger and more robust than many common Corydoras, making them a great option for medium to larger community aquariums.

Behaviour & Compatibility

Emerald Brochis are very peaceful and can be kept alongside a wide variety of suitable community fish.

Good tankmates can include:

• Tetras

• Rasboras

• Gouramis

• Rainbowfish

• Peaceful Dwarf Cichlids

• Angelfish

• Other peaceful Corys and Catfish

They should not be housed with highly aggressive species that may bully or injure them.

Aquarium Setup

A fine sand substrate is highly recommended. Emerald Brochis naturally spend a lot of time searching through the substrate for food using their sensitive barbels.

Avoid sharp or very coarse gravel, which can potentially damage their barbels and underside.

Plants, driftwood, rocks and shaded areas provide excellent cover, but make sure there is also plenty of open floor space for the group to forage together.

Good filtration, regular water changes and stable water parameters will help keep them in excellent condition.

Feeding

Emerald Brochis are omnivores and should be provided with a varied diet.

Suitable foods include:

• Quality sinking pellets or wafers

• Frozen bloodworms

• Brine shrimp

• Daphnia

• Other quality frozen or live foods

Although Corys are excellent at finding leftover food, they should never be relied upon simply as aquarium cleaners. Make sure enough sinking food reaches the bottom so they receive a proper diet of their own.

Why We Love Them

Emerald Brochis are a fantastic alternative for anyone wanting something a little different from the more common Cory species.

Their larger size, brilliant metallic green colour and active schooling behaviour make a group of these fish an impressive addition to a peaceful community aquarium.

For the best behaviour and display, keep them in a group of at least 6.

Product photos are for reference only. As these are live fish, exact size, colour and markings may vary between individuals.