Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Green Neon Tetra?
Corydoras Catfish and Green Neon Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Green Neon Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 75–85°F | 75–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 4.5–6.5 | 6–6.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 1" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + Green Neon Tetra
To keep Corydoras Catfish and Green Neon Tetra together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. Green Neon Tetra should be kept in a school of 10+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Corydoras Catfish
Corydoras spp.
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.
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Paracheirodon simulans
The Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 1 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
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