HomeCompare fishWhiptail catfish vs Spotted corydoras Whiptail catfish vs Spotted corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedAn adult Whiptail catfish is about 3 times the length of a Spotted corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 24–26°C (75–79°F).A pH of 6.0–7.0 suits both.Side by sideWhiptail catfishSpotted corydorasAdult size16 cm (6.3 in)4.9 cm (1.9 in)Temperature24–26°C (75–79°F)23–28°C (73–82°F)pH6.0–7.06.0–7.2Hardness3–8 dGH (54–143 ppm)2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentPeacefulPeacefulCommunity tank–GoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesWhiptail catfishFarlowella acusSpotted corydorasCorydoras ambiacus