Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Flowerhorn Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible temperatures. Corydoras Catfish needs 72–79°F, Flowerhorn Cichlid needs 80–86°F.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Flowerhorn Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 80–86°F | No overlap ✗ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 3" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Species Profiles
Corydoras Catfish
Corydoras spp.
beginnerpeaceful10+ gal
Corydoras catfish are beloved bottom-dwelling community fish known for their adorable whiskered faces and playful schooling behavior. With over 160 described species, corys come in many varieties including bronze, albino, panda, pygmy, and sterbai. They are peaceful, hardy, and help keep the substrate clean.
Full care guide →Flowerhorn Cichlid
Hybrid
intermediateaggressive55+ gal
The Flowerhorn Cichlid (Hybrid) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Corydoras Catfish:
For Flowerhorn Cichlid:
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