Can corydoras live with silver dollars?
Verdict
Yes
Yes. Corydoras and silver dollars make a good pair. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 75–79°F.
- pH 6–7 suits both.
- They use different parts of the tank: corydoras the bottom, silver dollars the mid.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Corydoras | Silver dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6–7.8 | 5–7 |
| Adult size | 2.5 in | 6.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 20 gal | 75 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 5+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Herbivore |
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Questions
Can corydoras live with silver dollars?
Yes. Corydoras and silver dollars make a good pair. Both are fine at 75–79°F. Plan on at least 75 gal.
What temperature suits both corydoras and silver dollars?
75–79 °F. Corydoras need 72–79 °F, silver dollars need 75–82 °F.
What size tank do corydoras and silver dollars need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the silver dollar. Add space for each extra fish.












