Can Firemouth Cichlid Live With Pygmy Corydoras?
❌Not Compatible
Firemouth Cichlid and Pygmy Corydoras are not compatible due to size mismatch or behavioral conflicts.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Firemouth Cichlid | Pygmy Corydoras | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–86°F | 72–79°F | 75–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | semi-aggressive | peaceful | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 6.7" | 1.2" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 53 gal | 5 gal | 30 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Firemouth Cichlid
Thorichthys meeki
intermediatesemi-aggressive53+ gal
The Firemouth Cichlid (Thorichthys meeki) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its gray-blue, red throat/belly coloration. Red throat display when threatened. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Pygmy Corydoras
Corydoras pygmaeus
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Pygmy Corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus) is a beginner freshwater species known for its silver-gray, dark lateral line coloration. One of the smallest cory species. Mid to Bottom.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Firemouth Cichlid:
For Pygmy Corydoras:
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