Amanda Jane's Cory (Corydoras amandajanea)

Description

Amanda Jane's Cory (Corydoras amandajanea)

A rare and beautifully marked Corydoras with delicate reticulated patterning, a peaceful temperament and active schooling behaviour, making it a prized addition to planted community aquariums and Corydoras collections.

Quick Facts

  • Scientific name: Corydoras amandajanea
  • Common name: Amanda Jane's Cory
  • Adult size: 5–6 cm
  • Tank size: 75L+ recommended
  • Difficulty: 🟡 Intermediate
  • Temperament: Extremely peaceful
  • Best kept: Groups of 6 or more

Is this for you?

✔️ Perfect if:

  • You collect uncommon Corydoras species.
  • You keep a mature planted aquarium.
  • You enjoy peaceful South American community fish.
  • You appreciate subtle natural beauty over bright colours.

❌ Avoid if:

  • You keep aggressive or predatory fish.
  • Your aquarium has coarse or sharp gravel.
  • You only plan to keep one Corydoras.
  • Your aquarium is newly established.

Why choose Amanda Jane's Cory?

Corydoras amandajanea is a relatively recent addition to the Corydoras hobby and is admired for its elegant appearance. Its body displays soft bronze and silver tones covered with delicate dark reticulated markings, giving it a refined and natural look that blends beautifully into planted aquariums.

Like all Corydoras, this species is highly social and spends much of the day foraging through fine sand using its sensitive barbels. When maintained in groups, they become increasingly confident, often travelling together around the aquarium while constantly searching for food.

Although uncommon in the hobby, Amanda Jane's Cory has care requirements very similar to most other Corydoras species, making it an excellent choice for hobbyists wanting something a little more unusual.

Benefits

  • Rare collector's Corydoras
  • Beautiful reticulated body pattern
  • Peaceful community fish
  • Excellent for planted aquariums
  • Active daytime bottom forager
  • Long-lived when well maintained

Care made simple

  • Temperature: 22–27°C
  • pH: 6.0–7.5
  • Diet: Premium sinking pellets, Corydoras wafers, frozen bloodworms, blackworms, brine shrimp and quality live foods
  • Water: Clean, mature, highly oxygenated and well-filtered
  • Setup: Fine sand substrate, driftwood, leaf litter, live plants and shaded resting areas
  • Fine sand is essential to protect their delicate barbels while foraging.

Pairs perfectly with

  • Harlequin Rasboras
  • Cardinal Tetras
  • Apistogramma
  • Peaceful Rainbowfish
  • Cherry and Crystal Shrimp
NTA Insight:
Amanda Jane's Cory is a fish that rewards patient observation. Rather than relying on bold colours, its intricate markings and graceful movements become more impressive the longer you watch. In a mature planted aquarium with dark substrate and driftwood, their subtle metallic sheen really stands out. As with all Corydoras, they thrive in schools, so we recommend keeping at least six together for the best health and behaviour.

FAQ

How many Amanda Jane's Corys should I keep?

They should be kept in groups of at least six. Larger schools of 8–10 or more encourage natural schooling behaviour and help the fish feel secure.

Can they live with shrimp?

Yes. Adult Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp generally coexist very well with this species. Tiny shrimplets may occasionally be eaten, but dense mosses and plants provide excellent protection.

Do Amanda Jane's Corys eat algae?

No. They are not algae eaters. While they help consume uneaten food from the substrate, they require a nutritious diet of quality sinking pellets, wafers and frozen foods.

Why is fine sand recommended?

Like all Corydoras, they use sensitive barbels to sift through the substrate in search of food. Fine sand allows this natural behaviour while helping prevent barbel wear and injury.

Are Amanda Jane's Corys suitable for beginners?

Yes, provided the aquarium is mature and stable. Although this is a rarer species, its care requirements are very similar to other Corydoras—clean water, soft substrate, a varied diet and the company of other Corydoras are the keys to success.

Amanda Jane's Cory (Corydoras amandajanea)

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    Description

    Amanda Jane's Cory (Corydoras amandajanea)

    A rare and beautifully marked Corydoras with delicate reticulated patterning, a peaceful temperament and active schooling behaviour, making it a prized addition to planted community aquariums and Corydoras collections.

    Quick Facts

    • Scientific name: Corydoras amandajanea
    • Common name: Amanda Jane's Cory
    • Adult size: 5–6 cm
    • Tank size: 75L+ recommended
    • Difficulty: 🟡 Intermediate
    • Temperament: Extremely peaceful
    • Best kept: Groups of 6 or more

    Is this for you?

    ✔️ Perfect if:

    • You collect uncommon Corydoras species.
    • You keep a mature planted aquarium.
    • You enjoy peaceful South American community fish.
    • You appreciate subtle natural beauty over bright colours.

    ❌ Avoid if:

    • You keep aggressive or predatory fish.
    • Your aquarium has coarse or sharp gravel.
    • You only plan to keep one Corydoras.
    • Your aquarium is newly established.

    Why choose Amanda Jane's Cory?

    Corydoras amandajanea is a relatively recent addition to the Corydoras hobby and is admired for its elegant appearance. Its body displays soft bronze and silver tones covered with delicate dark reticulated markings, giving it a refined and natural look that blends beautifully into planted aquariums.

    Like all Corydoras, this species is highly social and spends much of the day foraging through fine sand using its sensitive barbels. When maintained in groups, they become increasingly confident, often travelling together around the aquarium while constantly searching for food.

    Although uncommon in the hobby, Amanda Jane's Cory has care requirements very similar to most other Corydoras species, making it an excellent choice for hobbyists wanting something a little more unusual.

    Benefits

    • Rare collector's Corydoras
    • Beautiful reticulated body pattern
    • Peaceful community fish
    • Excellent for planted aquariums
    • Active daytime bottom forager
    • Long-lived when well maintained

    Care made simple

    • Temperature: 22–27°C
    • pH: 6.0–7.5
    • Diet: Premium sinking pellets, Corydoras wafers, frozen bloodworms, blackworms, brine shrimp and quality live foods
    • Water: Clean, mature, highly oxygenated and well-filtered
    • Setup: Fine sand substrate, driftwood, leaf litter, live plants and shaded resting areas
    • Fine sand is essential to protect their delicate barbels while foraging.

    Pairs perfectly with

    • Harlequin Rasboras
    • Cardinal Tetras
    • Apistogramma
    • Peaceful Rainbowfish
    • Cherry and Crystal Shrimp
    NTA Insight:
    Amanda Jane's Cory is a fish that rewards patient observation. Rather than relying on bold colours, its intricate markings and graceful movements become more impressive the longer you watch. In a mature planted aquarium with dark substrate and driftwood, their subtle metallic sheen really stands out. As with all Corydoras, they thrive in schools, so we recommend keeping at least six together for the best health and behaviour.

    FAQ

    How many Amanda Jane's Corys should I keep?

    They should be kept in groups of at least six. Larger schools of 8–10 or more encourage natural schooling behaviour and help the fish feel secure.

    Can they live with shrimp?

    Yes. Adult Neocaridina and Caridina shrimp generally coexist very well with this species. Tiny shrimplets may occasionally be eaten, but dense mosses and plants provide excellent protection.

    Do Amanda Jane's Corys eat algae?

    No. They are not algae eaters. While they help consume uneaten food from the substrate, they require a nutritious diet of quality sinking pellets, wafers and frozen foods.

    Why is fine sand recommended?

    Like all Corydoras, they use sensitive barbels to sift through the substrate in search of food. Fine sand allows this natural behaviour while helping prevent barbel wear and injury.

    Are Amanda Jane's Corys suitable for beginners?

    Yes, provided the aquarium is mature and stable. Although this is a rarer species, its care requirements are very similar to other Corydoras—clean water, soft substrate, a varied diet and the company of other Corydoras are the keys to success.

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    • Your tank is fully cycled and stable
    • Your aquarium has enough space for the species
    • Your current livestock are compatible in temperament, size, and requirements
    • Your water parameters, habitat, and temperature suit the species
    • You are not adding too many fish at once
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    If you already have fish in your tank, feeding them before introducing new arrivals can help reduce stress.

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    • Uncycled or unstable tanks
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    • Unsuitable tank mates
    What is Nano Tanks Australia’s main tip for new livestock?

    Most livestock losses happen in immature or unstable tanks, not during shipping.

    If your setup is not fully established, the risk to new arrivals is significantly higher.

    Not sure if this fish is right for your setup?

    If you are unsure whether this species suits your setup, contact us before ordering and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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