Can Clown Pleco Live With Panda Corydoras?
Clown Pleco and Panda Corydoras are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–77°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Clown Pleco | Panda Corydoras | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–82°F | 68–77°F | 73–77°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3.5" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore/Wood eater | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Clown Pleco + Panda Corydoras
To keep Clown Pleco and Panda Corydoras together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Panda Corydoras should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Clown Pleco
Panaqolus maccus
Clown plecos are beautiful, small plecos with striking orange and black striped patterns. At only 3.5 inches max size, they are perfect for 20-gallon and larger community tanks. Unlike many pleco species, they are primarily wood eaters rather than algae eaters — driftwood is an essential part of their setup. They are shy, nocturnal, and make excellent additions to planted tanks.
Full care guide →Panda Corydoras
Corydoras panda
The Panda Corydoras (Corydoras panda) is a beginner-level freshwater fish growing to 2 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
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