Pygmy Corydoras Tank Mates: Best & Worst
Good tank mates for a Pygmy Corydoras share its water (72-79°F, pH 6.2-7.4), suit its peaceful temperament, and are the wrong size to eat it or be eaten.
Best tank mates
Neon Tetra
Compatible · 10 gal+
Ember Tetra
Compatible · 10 gal+
Endler's Livebearer
Compatible · 10 gal+
Otocinclus
Compatible · 10 gal+
Celestial Pearl Danio
Compatible · 10 gal+
Harlequin Rasbora
Compatible · 10 gal+
Chili Rasbora
Compatible · 10 gal+
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Compatible · 10 gal+
Cherry Shrimp
Compatible · 10 gal+
Nerite Snail
Compatible · 10 gal+
Glowlight Tetra
Compatible · 15 gal+
Avoid these
Betta (male)
Not recommended
Angelfish
Not recommended
Discus
Not recommended
Apistogramma
Not recommended
Kribensis
Not recommended
Tiger Barb
Not recommended
Rosy Barb
Not recommended
Yoyo Loach
Not recommended
Frequently asked questions
What can live with a Pygmy Corydoras?
Neon Tetra, Ember Tetra, Endler's Livebearer, Otocinclus, Celestial Pearl Danio and similar peaceful species.
What should not be kept with a Pygmy Corydoras?
Betta (male), Angelfish, Discus, Apistogramma and other incompatible species.
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