HomeCompare fishDwarf botia vs Peppered corydoras Dwarf botia vs Peppered corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 6.5–6.9 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)Side by sideDwarf botiaPeppered corydorasAdult size5 cm (2 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank115 L (30 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH6.5–6.96.0–7.8Hardness1–15 dGH (18–268 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelModerateEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesDwarf botiaYasuhikotakia sidthimunkiPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatus