HomeCompare fishPeppered corydoras vs Spotted corydoras Peppered corydoras vs Spotted corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: CompatibleBoth are comfortable at 25–28°C (77–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sidePeppered corydorasSpotted corydorasAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)4.9 cm (1.9 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)–Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.0–7.86.0–7.2Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatusSpotted corydorasCorydoras ambiacus