Lake Kutubu rainbowfish vs Reticulated corydoras: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 22–24°C (72–75°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–8.0 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)

Side by side

Lake Kutubu rainbowfishReticulated corydoras
Adult size10 cm (3.9 in)6 cm (2.4 in)
Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)
Temperature20–24°C (68–75°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)
pH7.0–8.06.0–8.0
Hardness9–12 dGH (161–214 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankGoodGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreOmnivore