Bleeding-heart tetra vs Bluespotted corydoras: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)

Side by side

Bleeding-heart tetraBluespotted corydoras
Adult size6 cm (2.4 in)5.7 cm (2.2 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)–
Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH5.6–7.26.0–8.0
Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore