HomeCompare fishBleeding-heart tetra vs Peppered corydoras Bleeding-heart tetra vs Peppered corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideBleeding-heart tetraPeppered corydorasAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature23–28°C (73–82°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH5.6–7.26.0–7.8Hardness3–12 dGH (54–214 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesBleeding-heart tetraHyphessobrycon erythrostigmaPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatus