Description
Brochis Ambiacus – Graceful and Hardy Bottom-Dweller
Bring elegance and peaceful activity to your freshwater aquarium with the Brochis ambiacus, a stunning and hardy species of catfish known for its vibrant coloration and gentle nature. Often referred to as the Emerald Brochis or Emerald Corydoras, this species shares many similarities with the classic corydoras but with added beauty and a slightly larger size, making them a great option for those looking to add a touch of luxury to their tank.
With its iridescent green to blue-green body, which shimmers under aquarium lighting, the Brochis ambiacus is a real showstopper. Like other corydoras species, it is a bottom-feeder, helping to keep your substrate clean by scavenging uneaten food and debris. These catfish are peaceful and social, thriving in small schools, and they are compatible with a wide variety of tank mates.
Key Features:
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Iridescent Greenish-Blue Coloration: A shimmering, emerald-like hue that catches the light beautifully
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Larger Than Average Corydoras: Slightly bigger than other cory species, with a more robust frame
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Peaceful and Social: Best kept in groups of 5 or more to promote natural schooling behavior
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Efficient Bottom Feeder: Keeps the substrate clean by scavenging uneaten food and organic matter
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Ideal for Community Tanks: Non-aggressive and compatible with other peaceful species
Care Guidelines:
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Tank Size: Minimum 20 gallons for a small group
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Water Temp: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
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pH Range: 6.5–7.5
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Diet: Omnivorous – sinking pellets, algae wafers, and occasional live or frozen foods
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Lifespan: 5–7 years with proper care
Tip: Use soft, sandy substrate to protect their sensitive barbels and include plenty of hiding spots to help them feel secure.
Add beauty, peaceful activity, and efficiency to your aquarium with the Brochis ambiacus — a stunning and sociable catfish perfect for any freshwater setup.
Click & Collect
Livestock will only be bagged once you arrive, or if you contact us in advance to request it ready beforehand.
Local Delivery
Order anything from our in-store range and have it delivered right to you.
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Minimum spend: £50
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Delivery up to 10 miles: £10
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Delivery up to 25 miles: £20
Distances are measured “as the crow flies”, not by road.
Once your order is placed, we’ll be in touch to arrange a suitable delivery date and time.
Please note, delivery may take a little longer as we often group orders together to build an efficient delivery run.
Important: If you’re ordering a large aquarium, please ensure someone is available to help unload the van on arrival.
Dry Goods Delivery
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DPD Next Day: 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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DX Next Day (Heavy Items & Small Aquariums): 1 working day (order before 12 noon)
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Express Pallet: 1–3 working days
If you'd like to add more items to an existing order that hasn't yet been dispatched, please place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to combine the orders.
Please note: We currently only dispatch parcels Wednesday to Friday.
Pre-Order
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Livestock Delivery
Thursday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Wednesday afternoon
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Delivered Thursday before 1pm
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Order by Wednesday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Friday Delivery – £24
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Dispatched Thursday afternoon
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Delivered Friday before 1pm
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Order by Thursday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
Saturday Delivery – £29
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Dispatched Friday afternoon
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Delivered Saturday before 1pm
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Order by Friday 12 noon
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Minimum spend: £50
📦 Want to Add to an Existing Order?
No problem! Just place a Click & Collect order and leave a note asking us to link it with your original one (as long as it hasn’t been dispatched yet).
🛒 Dry Goods Now Included!
You can now include dry goods in your livestock delivery – perfect for topping up supplies in one go.
❄️ Please note: We can’t send frozen food with livestock – please order frozen items separately.
⚠️ Delivery Exclusions
Unfortunately, we’re unable to deliver livestock to the following postcodes:
Scotland & Isles:
AB30–AB56, DD8–DD10, DG3–DG9, DG12–DG14, FK17–FK21, KA18–KA19, KA26–KA30, PA20–PA38, PA80, PH3–PH40
Cornwall Isles: TR21–TR25
All of the following postcodes are excluded:
BT, HS, IM, IV, JE, KW
Plus Channel Islands and Shetland Islands
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