HomeCompare fishHead-and-taillight tetra vs Reticulated corydoras Head-and-taillight tetra vs Reticulated corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.0–8.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sideHead-and-taillight tetraReticulated corydorasAdult size5 cm (2 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–8.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesHead-and-taillight tetraHemigrammus ocelliferReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatus