Barbatus Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras barbatus
6 rated pairings from the Barbatus Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Barbatus Corydoras needs at least 30 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar peaceful bottom-dweller with identical water parameter requirements and non-aggressive temperament
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful mid-water swimmer that won't compete for bottom space and thrives in similar cool, slightly acidic conditions
Panda Corydoras
Corydoras panda
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Closely related corydoras species with compatible behavior and water requirements; can be housed together in groups
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish that occupies mid-water zone and prefers cool, acidic water matching Barbatus requirements
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Hardy plant that won't be uprooted by foraging behavior and provides shelter and shade for bottom-dwelling catfish
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Planning this tank?
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