HomeCompare fishClown barb vs Reticulated corydoras Clown barb vs Reticulated corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Clown barb grows about twice as long as the Reticulated corydoras; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideClown barbReticulated corydorasAdult size14 cm (5.5 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature24–28°C (75–82°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.0–7.06.0–8.0Hardness7–17 dGH (125–303 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesClown barbPuntius everettiReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatus