Can corydoras live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, corydoras and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 72–79°F.
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: corydoras the bottom, glofish the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Corydoras | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 2.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for corydoras
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Questions
Can corydoras live with glofish?
Yes, corydoras and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 72–79°F. Plan on at least 20 gal.
What temperature suits both corydoras and glofish?
72–79 °F. Corydoras need 72–79 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do corydoras and glofish need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the corydoras. Add space for each extra fish.












