Can corydoras live with glass catfish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Corydoras and glass catfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–79°F.
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: corydoras the bottom, glass catfish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Corydoras | Glass catfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 75–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.5 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for corydoras
Better tank mates for glass catfish
Questions
Can corydoras live with glass catfish?
Yes. Corydoras and glass catfish get along in the same tank. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 30 gal.
What temperature suits both corydoras and glass catfish?
75–79 °F. Corydoras need 72–79 °F, glass catfish need 75–80 °F.
What size tank do corydoras and glass catfish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the glass catfish. Add space for each extra fish.










