{"product_id":"orange-laser-cory-corydoras-aeneus-orange-laser-live-freshwater-fish","title":"Orange Laser Cory (Corydoras aeneus 'Orange Laser')","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOrange Laser Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, scientifically known as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras aeneus\u003c\/em\u003e \"Orange Laser,\" is a stunning color variant of the classic Bronze Corydoras. This variety is prized for its bright neon-orange stripe running along the body, which glows beautifully under aquarium lighting—especially in planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all Corydoras, Orange Laser Corys are peaceful, social bottom dwellers that thrive in groups. They are hardy, active, and constantly on the move, making them an excellent addition to community aquariums, planted tanks, and shrimp-safe setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardy, beginner-friendly, and full of personality, \u003cem\u003eCorydoras aeneus\u003c\/em\u003e \"Orange Laser\" brings vivid color and activity to the lower levels of the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corydoras aeneus \"Orange Laser\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Laser Cory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captive-bred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omnivore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 gallons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 72–80°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwimming Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom Dweller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchooling Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Orange Laser Cory?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Bright neon-orange laser stripe\u003cbr\u003e✔ Peaceful and community-safe\u003cbr\u003e✔ Hardy and beginner-friendly\u003cbr\u003e✔ Active bottom-dwelling scavenger\u003cbr\u003e✔ Stunning under aquarium lighting in planted tanks\u003cbr\u003e✔ Safe with shrimp and snails\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAquarium Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Laser Corys thrive in mature aquariums with clean water, soft substrate, and plenty of cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended setup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 gallons minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft sand or smooth substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriftwood and caves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle water flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGroups of 6 or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft sand or smooth substrate is strongly recommended to protect their sensitive barbels and encourage natural foraging behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiet \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Laser Corys are omnivores and readily accept:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinking pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorydoras wafers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrozen bloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality sinking foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they help consume leftover food, they should always receive dedicated feedings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Laser Corys do well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/tetras-collection-colorful-schooling-fish\"\u003eTetras\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/rasboras-for-sale\"\u003eRasboras\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/livebearer-fish-for-sale\"\u003eLivebearers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/labyrinth-fish-collection\"\u003eGouramis\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/dwarf-cichlids-for-sale\"\u003eDwarf Cichlids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/shrimp-for-sale\"\u003eShrimp (larger species)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/freshwater-snails-for-sale-mystery-nerite-aquarium-cleanup-crew\"\u003eMystery Snails\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/collections\/corydoras-catfish-for-sale-peaceful-bottom-dwelling-fish-for-aquariums\"\u003eOther Corydoras species\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid aggressive fish and sharp gravel substrates that may damage their barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSchooling Behavior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange Laser Corys are highly social fish and should always be kept in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended group sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12+ fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping them in groups improves their color, confidence, and natural behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Orange Laser Corys should be kept together?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA group of at least six is recommended for the best color, confidence, and natural behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are hardy and very beginner-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo they clean algae?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey scavenge leftover food but should not be relied upon for algae control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they shrimp-safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. They are peaceful and generally safe with shrimp, snails, and other community fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat substrate is best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft sand or smooth substrate is strongly recommended to protect their sensitive barbels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop healthy Orange Laser Corys (\u003cem\u003eCorydoras aeneus\u003c\/em\u003e \"Orange Laser\") at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming. 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