HomeCompare fishPeppered corydoras vs Umbrella cichlid Peppered corydoras vs Umbrella cichlid: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Umbrella cichlid can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 75 L (20 US gal)Side by sidePeppered corydorasUmbrella cichlidAdult size8 cm (3.1 in)7 cm (2.8 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature25–28°C (77–82°F)25–27°C (77–81°F)pH6.0–7.85.0–7.0Hardness5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulSemi-aggressiveCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreCarnivoreSpecies profilesPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatusUmbrella cichlidApistogramma borellii