Can Pygmy Corydoras Live With Blue Dream Shrimp?
Pygmy Corydoras and Blue Dream Shrimp are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Pygmy Corydoras | Blue Dream Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 65–80°F | 72–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 | 6.5–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 5 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Pygmy Corydoras + Blue Dream Shrimp
To keep Pygmy Corydoras and Blue Dream Shrimp together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Pygmy Corydoras should be kept in a school of 10+. Blue Dream Shrimp should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Pygmy Corydoras
Corydoras pygmaeus
Pygmy corydoras are tiny, adorable catfish that max out at just 1 inch. Unlike other corys that stay on the bottom, pygmy corys are unique in that they frequently swim in the mid-water column, hovering in groups like tiny helicopters. They are perfect for nano tanks and shrimp tanks, and their micro-schooling behavior is endlessly entertaining.
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Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream
The Blue Dream Shrimp (Neocaridina davidi var. Blue Dream) is a beginner-level freshwater invertebrate growing to 1.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 5 gallon tank.
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