HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Bluespotted corydoras Striped barb vs Bluespotted corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Striped barb grows about twice as long as the Bluespotted corydoras; watch for bullying or predation.Both are comfortable at 23–26°C (73–79°F).A pH of 6.0–6.5 suits both.Minimum tank for the pair: 210 L (55 US gal)Side by sideStriped barbBluespotted corydorasAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)5.7 cm (2.2 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)–Temperature23–26°C (73–79°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.0–6.56.0–8.0Hardness2–12 dGH (36–214 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tankExcellentGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesStriped barbPuntius johorensisBluespotted corydorasCorydoras melanistius