Ambiacus Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras ambiacus
6 rated pairings from the Ambiacus Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Ambiacus Corydoras needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar water parameters and peaceful temperament; occupy mid-water column
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Comparable size and water requirements; non-aggressive schooling fish
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Fellow bottom dweller with identical water needs and peaceful behavior
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooler with matching water parameters and non-aggressive nature
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Occupy similar niche; ensure adequate hiding spots to prevent predation of shrimplets
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful mid-water dweller with overlapping temperature range; monitor for territorial behavior
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.