HomeCompare fishReticulated corydoras vs Chinese sucker Reticulated corydoras vs Chinese sucker: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Chinese sucker is about 10 times the length of a Reticulated corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideReticulated corydorasChinese suckerAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)60 cm (24 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)455 L (120 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)18–28°C (64–82°F)pH6.0–8.06.0–7.5Hardness2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)–TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyModerateDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatusChinese suckerMyxocyprinus asiaticus