HomeCompare fishZig-zag eel vs Reticulated corydoras Zig-zag eel vs Reticulated corydoras: can they live together? Verdict: Not recommendedThe Zig-zag eel is aggressive towards other fish.An adult Zig-zag eel is about 6 times the length of a Reticulated 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 eelReticulated corydorasAdult size38 cm (15 in)6 cm (2.4 in)Minimum tank475 L (125 US gal)75 L (20 US gal)Temperature22–27°C (72–81°F)22–26°C (72–79°F)pH6.5–7.56.0–8.0Hardness–2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)TemperamentAggressivePeacefulCommunity tankGoodGoodCare levelEasyEasyDietOmnivoreOmnivoreSpecies profilesZig-zag eelMastacembelus armatusReticulated corydorasCorydoras reticulatus