Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Rummy Nose Tetra?
Corydoras Catfish and Rummy Nose Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Rummy Nose Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 75–84°F | 75–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 5.5–7 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 2.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + Rummy Nose Tetra
To keep Corydoras Catfish and Rummy Nose Tetra together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. Rummy Nose Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. 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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Hemigrammus rhodostomus
Rummy nose tetras are considered the ultimate schooling fish in the freshwater hobby. Their tight, synchronized formations are unmatched by any other tetra species. The vivid red nose serves as a health indicator — bright red means healthy, pale red means stressed. They prefer soft, acidic water and are slightly more demanding than neon tetras.
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