HomeCompare fishReticulated corydoras vs Raphael catfish Reticulated corydoras vs Raphael catfish: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Raphael catfish is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Raphael catfish is about 4 times the length of a Reticulated corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–7.5 suits both.Side by sideReticulated corydorasRaphael catfishAdult size6 cm (2.4 in)24 cm (9.4 in)Minimum tank75 L (20 US gal)210 L (55 US gal)Temperature22–26°C (72–79°F)24–30°C (75–86°F)pH6.0–8.05.8–7.5Hardness2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)2–20 dGH (36–357 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulAggressiveCommunity tankGood–Care levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatusRaphael catfishPlatydoras costatus