HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Peppered corydoras Zig-zag eel vs Peppered corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 5 times the length of a Peppered corydoras and may eat it.Both are comfortable at 25–27°C (77–81°F).A pH of 6.5–7.5 suits both.Side by sideZig-zag eelPeppered corydorasAdult size38 cm (15 in)8 cm (3.1 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)25–28°C (77–82°F)pH6.5–7.56.0–7.8Hardness–5–19 dGH (89–339 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodExcellentCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusPeppered corydorasCorydoras paleatus