Can German Blue Ram Live With Sterbai Corydoras?
German Blue Ram and Sterbai Corydoras are compatible. Temperature overlap 78–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | German Blue Ram | Sterbai Corydoras | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–86°F | 75–82°F | 78–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6–7.5 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 2.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | intermediate | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for German Blue Ram + Sterbai Corydoras
To keep German Blue Ram and Sterbai Corydoras together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Sterbai Corydoras should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
German Blue Ram
Mikrogeophagus ramirezi
German blue rams are one of the most beautiful dwarf cichlids, with iridescent blue and gold coloration, a distinctive black spot, and red-highlighted fins. Despite being cichlids, they are remarkably peaceful and make excellent centerpiece fish for planted community tanks. They do require warm, soft water and are more sensitive than typical community fish.
Full care guide →Sterbai Corydoras
Corydoras sterbai
The Sterbai Corydoras (Corydoras sterbai) is a beginner-level freshwater fish growing to 2.5 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 20 gallon tank.
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