{"product_id":"albino-sterbai-cory-catfish-corydoras-sterbai","title":"Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish – Corydoras Sterbai","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tropicflow-product-description\" style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK ANSWER --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 0 0 28px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eQuick Answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory Catfish (Corydoras sterbai)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful\n      albino form of the popular \u003cstrong\u003eSterbai Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a cream-to-pale\n      yellow body, red or pink eyes, and distinctive orange coloration on the pectoral fins.\n      Peaceful and social, Albino Sterbai Corys are best kept in groups of\n      \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their ability to thrive at relatively warm temperatures\n      makes them an excellent Cory choice for warm planted and community aquariums.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory Catfish (Corydoras sterbai)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an\n    eye-catching color form of one of the aquarium hobby's most popular Cory catfish.\n    Instead of the dark body and pale spotting found on standard Sterbai Corys, the\n    albino variety displays a beautiful pale cream, white, or soft yellow body with\n    \u003cstrong\u003ered-to-pink eyes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    One of the most attractive features of the Albino Sterbai Cory is that the\n    characteristic \u003cstrong\u003eorange coloration on the pectoral fins\u003c\/strong\u003e can remain\n    visible against the pale body. This creates a unique combination of soft albino\n    coloration and warm orange accents.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Like the standard Sterbai Cory, this variety is peaceful, social, active along the\n    aquarium floor, and especially useful for aquarists maintaining warmer freshwater\n    community aquariums.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species has traditionally been known throughout\n    the aquarium trade as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e. Under newer scientific classification,\n    the accepted combination is \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e. The Albino Sterbai Cory is\n    a captive-bred albino color form of this same species.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INFORMATION TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish Care Information\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 18px 0 30px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 520px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003e\n            Care Requirement\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Albino Sterbai Cory Information\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Albino Sterbai Cory, Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish, Albino Sterba's Cory\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            \u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e \/ \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Albino Sterbai Cory\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Approximately 2.5–3 inches\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            75–82°F (24–28°C)\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            6.0–7.6\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            20+ Gallons Recommended\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            6+ Recommended\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Peaceful \u0026amp; Social\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Omnivore\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Bottom Dweller\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Beginner-Friendly\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Captive-Bred Albino Form of a Brazil \u0026amp; Bolivia Species\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- APPEARANCE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Does an Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish Look Like?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e has a pale cream, ivory,\n    white, or light yellow body caused by greatly reduced dark pigmentation.\n    The eyes appear \u003cstrong\u003ered or pink\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is one of the easiest\n    characteristics for identifying an albino fish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Unlike many albino Cory varieties that appear almost completely pale,\n    Albino Sterbai Corys may retain noticeable\n    \u003cstrong\u003eorange coloration on their pectoral fins\u003c\/strong\u003e. This orange\n    accent can create a striking contrast against the pale body.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Depending on genetics, maturity, aquarium lighting, diet, and overall\n    condition, individual fish may appear more white, cream, yellow, or pinkish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ALBINO VS STANDARD --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory vs. Regular Sterbai Cory\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The primary difference between an \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    and a standard Sterbai Cory is pigmentation. Both belong to the same species\n    and share similar adult size, behavior, diet, social requirements, and\n    preferred aquarium conditions.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Standard Sterbai Corys typically have a dark body covered with pale spots\n    and markings. The albino variety has greatly reduced dark pigmentation,\n    producing a pale body and red eyes while still maintaining the characteristic\n    body shape and often the orange pectoral-fin coloration associated with the species.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141;\"\u003eAlbino Sterbai Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 7px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      The combination of a \u003cstrong\u003epale albino body, red eyes, and orange pectoral\n      fins\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the Albino Sterbai Cory a very different appearance from\n      the standard form while retaining the peaceful personality and warm-water\n      tolerance that make Sterbai Corys so popular.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WARM WATER --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Are Albino Sterbai Corys Good for Warm-Water Aquariums?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    One of the most useful characteristics of\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/strong\u003e is its tolerance of relatively warm\n    freshwater conditions. Albino Sterbai Corys share the same general\n    temperature requirements as the standard form.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A general aquarium range of approximately\n    \u003cstrong\u003e75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e makes Albino Sterbai Corys suitable\n    for many warm community aquariums where cooler-water Cory species may\n    not be the best choice.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Always choose tank mates based on overlapping temperature, temperament,\n    aquarium size, and water-quality requirements rather than temperature alone.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BEHAVIOR --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Behavior \u0026amp; Group Size\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Corys are \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful, social bottom-dwelling fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    and should not be kept alone. We recommend maintaining at least\n    \u003cstrong\u003e6 Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e together.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    In a proper group, they can often be seen exploring the substrate together,\n    searching for food, resting near one another, and moving around the lower\n    portion of the aquarium as a loose school.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Larger groups may display even more natural and confident social behavior\n    when aquarium size, filtration, and available bottom space allow.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Like other Cory-type catfish, Albino Sterbai Corys may occasionally swim\n    rapidly to the surface to take a gulp of atmospheric air before returning\n    to the bottom. Occasional surface visits are normal Cory behavior.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK SETUP --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Ideal Aquarium Setup for Albino Sterbai Corydoras\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003e20-gallon or larger freshwater aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a\n    practical starting point for a proper group of Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish.\n    Because these fish spend much of their time exploring the aquarium floor,\n    horizontal bottom space is especially valuable.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003esoft sand substrate or smooth fine gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\n    Albino Sterbai Corys use sensitive barbels around their mouths to search\n    through the substrate for food, so sharp or abrasive materials should be avoided.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Live plants, driftwood, smooth rocks, shaded resting areas, and leaf litter\n    can create a comfortable natural-style aquarium while leaving open areas\n    of substrate for the Cory group to explore and forage.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- ALBINO LIGHTING --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Lighting \u0026amp; Aquascaping for Albino Sterbai Corys\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Albino fish have reduced pigmentation, so excessively bright lighting may\n    make them appear less comfortable than softer, diffused lighting.\n    Plants, driftwood, floating plants, and shaded areas can help provide\n    places where the fish can retreat when desired.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their pale coloration can look especially striking against green plants\n    and natural wood. A clean sand substrate also provides an excellent surface\n    for their natural foraging behavior.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WATER --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Water Parameters\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish generally do well at temperatures around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pH of approximately\n    \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.6\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Stable water quality is more important than constantly adjusting the\n    aquarium to reach one exact number. Keep Albino Sterbai Corys in a\n    \u003cstrong\u003efully cycled aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e with appropriate filtration,\n    good oxygenation, and regular water changes.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, and sudden changes in temperature\n    or water chemistry should be avoided. Maintaining a clean substrate is also\n    important because Cory catfish spend significant amounts of time in direct\n    contact with the aquarium floor.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DIET --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Do Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish Eat?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Corys are omnivores\u003c\/strong\u003e and should receive a\n    varied, nutritious diet formulated for bottom-dwelling freshwater fish.\n    High-quality sinking pellets, tablets, or wafers can form the foundation\n    of their aquarium diet.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their diet may also be supplemented with appropriately sized frozen or\n    live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, Tubifex, and other\n    suitable foods.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A varied diet can help maintain good body condition and support healthy\n    coloration, growth, and activity.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e8; border-left: 4px solid #d49a17; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Albino Sterbai Corys should not be purchased\n    simply as aquarium “cleaner fish.” Although they naturally forage along\n    the substrate and may consume available food, they still require their\n    own complete and nutritious diet. Cory catfish are not a replacement for\n    regular aquarium maintenance.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK MATES --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Tank Mates\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The peaceful temperament of the \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    makes it suitable for many freshwater community aquariums. Tank mates should\n    be non-aggressive and comfortable within similar warm-water conditions.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Potential tank mates may include peaceful tetras, rasboras, peaceful gouramis,\n    compatible dwarf cichlids, other suitable Cory catfish, and other non-aggressive\n    freshwater community species.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Their warm-water tolerance also makes Sterbai Corys a commonly considered\n    Cory for community aquariums maintained at higher tropical temperatures.\n    Always confirm that all tank mates share compatible water and space requirements.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Avoid large predatory fish or aggressive species that may chase, injure,\n    intimidate, or prevent the Albino Sterbai Corys from feeding comfortably.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY ALBINO STERBAI --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Choose Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful pale cream-to-white albino coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive red or pink eyes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrange pectoral-fin coloration may remain visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeaceful temperament for community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTolerates warmer water than many popular Cory species\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eActive and entertaining bottom-dwelling behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSocial behavior when maintained in a proper group\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDistinctive alternative to the standard Sterbai Cory\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IMPORTANT BEFORE BUYING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border: 1px solid #d8e8e2; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Before Buying Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Albino Sterbai Corys are social fish and should not be kept alone.\n      Plan to keep \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e and make sure your aquarium is\n      fully cycled before introducing them. Provide a soft substrate,\n      peaceful tank mates, stable warm water, clean aquarium floor, shaded\n      resting areas, and enough horizontal bottom space for your Cory group\n      to comfortably explore and forage.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish FAQ\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What is an Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      The Albino Sterbai Cory is a captive-bred albino color form of\n      \u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e. It has a pale cream-to-white body,\n      red or pink eyes, and may retain the characteristic orange pectoral-fin\n      coloration associated with Sterbai Corys.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What is the difference between Albino Sterbai and regular Sterbai Corys?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      The main difference is pigmentation. Standard Sterbai Corys have a\n      darker body covered with contrasting pale spots, while Albino Sterbai\n      Corys have greatly reduced dark pigmentation, resulting in a pale body\n      and red or pink eyes. Their general care requirements are similar.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How big do Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish get?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Adult Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish generally reach approximately\n      \u003cstrong\u003e2.5–3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. Individual size can vary depending on\n      sex, genetics, diet, and aquarium conditions.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How many Albino Sterbai Corys should be kept together?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Keep Albino Sterbai Corys in a group of at least \u003cstrong\u003e6 fish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      They are social catfish and generally display more confident and natural\n      behavior when maintained with a proper group.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What temperature is best for Albino Sterbai Corys?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      A general recommended aquarium temperature range for Albino Sterbai Corys\n      is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their ability to\n      tolerate warm water is one of the characteristics that separates Sterbai\n      Corys from many cooler-water Cory species.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Are Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish peaceful?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Albino Sterbai Corys are peaceful, social fish and are well suited\n      to community aquariums containing other non-aggressive freshwater species\n      with compatible temperature and water requirements.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Can Albino Sterbai Corys live with regular Sterbai Corys?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Albino and standard Sterbai Corys are color forms of the same species\n      and can generally be kept together when aquarium size, water conditions,\n      group requirements, and feeding are appropriate.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Are Albino Sterbai Corys good for warm-water aquariums?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Sterbai Corys are well known among aquarists for tolerating\n      relatively warm freshwater conditions. Albino Sterbai Corys share this\n      characteristic and can generally be maintained around\n      \u003cstrong\u003e75–82°F\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What do Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish eat?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Albino Sterbai Corys are omnivores. Feed a varied diet containing\n      high-quality sinking pellets, tablets, or wafers supplemented with\n      appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, brine shrimp,\n      daphnia, and Tubifex.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is Corydoras sterbai the same as Hoplisoma sterbai?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. The Sterbai Cory has traditionally been known as\n      \u003cem\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e and is still widely sold under that name.\n      Under newer scientific classification, the species is placed in the\n      genus \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma\u003c\/em\u003e and is recognized as\n      \u003cem\u003eHoplisoma sterbai\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Do Albino Sterbai Corys clean the aquarium?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Albino Sterbai Corys naturally forage along the aquarium floor for food,\n      but they should not be considered a replacement for aquarium maintenance.\n      They require their own nutritious sinking foods along with regular water\n      changes and substrate cleaning.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FINAL --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 34px; padding: 22px; background: #016141; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 23px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Albino Sterbai Cory Catfish at Tropicflow Aquatic\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Add a bright and distinctive variation of a freshwater favorite to your\n      aquarium with the \u003cstrong\u003eAlbino Sterbai Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      With their pale cream-to-white coloration, red eyes, orange fin accents,\n      peaceful personality, warm-water tolerance, and active social behavior,\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras sterbai\u003c\/strong\u003e are an excellent choice for planted\n      tanks and peaceful freshwater community aquariums.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Tropicflow","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52689731092778,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52689731125546,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Fish – Recommended","offer_id":52689731158314,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6237\/5466\/files\/Albino-Sterbai-Cory-Catfish-Corydoras-Sterbai.jpg?v=1789882414","url":"https:\/\/tropicflow.com\/products\/albino-sterbai-cory-catfish-corydoras-sterbai","provider":"Tropicflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}