HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Leopard corydoras Zig-zag eel vs Leopard corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 8 times the length of a Leopard corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 22–26°C (72–79°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideZig-zag eelLeopard corydorasAdult size38 cm (15 in)5 cm (2 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.5–7.56.0–8.0TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasy–DietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusLeopard corydorasCorydoras julii