HomeCompare fishStriped barb vs Reticulated corydoras Striped barb vs Reticulated corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: With cautionThe Striped barb grows about twice as long as the Reticulated 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 barbReticulated corydorasAdult size12 cm (4.7 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank210 L (55 US gal)75 L (20 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 johorensisReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatus