HomeCompare fishRaphael catfish vs Spotted corydoras Raphael catfish vs Spotted corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Raphael catfish is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Raphael catfish is about 5 times the length of a Spotted corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–28°C (75–82°F).A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.Side by sideRaphael catfishSpotted corydorasAdult size24 cm (9.4 in)4.9 cm (1.9 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–Temperature24–30°C (75–86°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH5.8–7.56.0–7.2Hardness2–20 dGH (36–357 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tank–GoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesRaphael catfishPlatydoras costatusSpotted corydorasCorydoras ambiacus