Clown loach vs Bluespotted corydoras: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

  • An adult Clown loach is about 9 times the length of a Bluespotted corydoras and may eat it.
  • Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.

Side by side

Clown loachBluespotted corydoras
Adult size50 cm (20 in)5.7 cm (2.2 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–
Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH5.0–7.56.0–8.0
Hardness5–12 dGH (89–214 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelModerateEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore