HomeCompare fishPeppered corydoras vs Raphael catfish Peppered corydoras vs Raphael catfish: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Raphael catfish is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Raphael catfish is about 3 times the length of a Peppered corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sidePeppered corydorasRaphael catfishAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)24 cm (9.4 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.0–7.85.8–7.5Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–20 dGH (36–357 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankExcellent–Care levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatusRaphael catfishPlatydoras costatus