Peppered corydoras vs Striped glass catfish: can they live together?

Verdict: Compatible

  • Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).
  • A pH of 6.5–7.4 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 115 L (30 US gal)

Side by side

Peppered corydorasStriped glass catfish
Adult size8 cm (3.1 in)10 cm (3.9 in)
Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)115 L (30 US gal)
Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)21–26°C (70–79°F)
pH6.0–7.86.5–7.4
Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)10–20 dGH (178–357 ppm)
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Community tankExcellentGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietOmnivoreCarnivore