Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Mystery Snail?
Corydoras Catfish and Mystery Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Mystery Snail | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 68–82°F | 72–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 7–8 | 7–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 5 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + Mystery Snail
To keep Corydoras Catfish and Mystery Snail together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. 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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Pomacea bridgesii
Mystery snails are popular aquarium snails known for their vibrant colors (gold, ivory, blue, purple, black), algae-eating ability, and entertaining personality. Unlike pest snails, they won't overrun your tank as they lay visible egg clutches above the waterline that are easy to control. They're peaceful, hardy, and safe for planted tanks.
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