{"product_id":"orange-venezuelan","title":"Orange Venezuelan","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"183\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Orange Venezuelan Corydoras is a stunning freshwater bottom-dweller known for its vibrant orange body, iridescent teal-blue shimmer, and adorable whisker-like barbels. Peaceful, hardy, and constantly active, this social species adds both color and personality to community aquariums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003cbr data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eDifficulty Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"681\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–2.5 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"710\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 years\u003cbr data-start=\"720\" data-end=\"723\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"737\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons minimum (for a group)\u003cbr data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"789\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–78°F\u003cbr data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"807\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"818\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003eBest kept in groups of 5–6 or more\u003cbr data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"904\"\u003eProvide soft sand substrate to protect their barbels\u003cbr data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eAdd driftwood, plants, and hiding spots\u003cbr data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003eGentle filtration and well-oxygenated water preferred\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eThese are schooling fish and feel safest when kept in groups. They are active bottom scavengers and love exploring the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eOrange Venezuelan Corys are omnivores and thrive on a varied diet:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003eHigh-quality sinking pellets or wafers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1325\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1354\"\u003eFrozen or live bloodworms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eOccasional blanched vegetables (like zucchini)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eThey should not rely only on leftover food from other fish — target feeding ensures they stay healthy and vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1879\"\u003e• They “wink” by rotating their eyes — it’s totally normal and adorable!\u003cbr data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003e• They gulp air at the surface occasionally — this helps them absorb oxygen.\u003cbr data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e• They use their barbels to “sniff” out food in the substrate.\u003cbr data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e• When happy, they’ll often do little group zoomies across the bottom of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquaticscapes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44830819647590,"sku":null,"price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/5055\/5750\/files\/ChatGPTImageFeb26_2026_02_52_17PM.png?v=1772142814","url":"https:\/\/aquaticscapesco.com\/products\/orange-venezuelan","provider":"Aquaticscapes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}