Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Yoyo Loach?
Corydoras Catfish and Yoyo Loach are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 30 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Yoyo Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 75–86°F | 75–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 6" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 30 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + Yoyo Loach
To keep Corydoras Catfish and Yoyo Loach together, you need at minimum a 30 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. Yoyo Loach should be kept in a school of 3+. 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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Botia almorhae
The Yoyo Loach (Botia almorhae) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
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