Are Corydoras Schooling Fish?

They are schooling fish so require a group, so at least six is recommended. These fish will happily join other species of Corydoras, and some have been known to shoal with similarly colored tetras. In the wild, the groups would be much larger than this, so don't shy away from having a big collection.

Are corys schooling fish?

If aquarium size permits, Cory Catfish school in groups of six or more. Cory Catfish schooling behavior is a pretty interesting thing to see as the fish move throughout the tank synced like a precision dance ensemble.

Do Cory catfish need to school?

Cory catfish are small, peaceful, bottom-dwelling scavengers that are beloved by all who have owned them. Virtually all Cory species should be kept in schools; stories of single Corys pining away from loneliness are not uncommon. Corys should be kept only with small to medium-sized peaceful fish.