Gossei Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras gossei
6 rated pairings from the Gossei Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Gossei Corydoras needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Emerald Dwarf Rasbora
Danio erythromicron
10 gal min · 1" adult · Peaceful
Similar water parameters and peaceful temperament; occupy different water zones
Panda Tetra
Aphyocharax paraguayensis
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish with matching water chemistry preferences
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful algae eater that shares bottom-dwelling niche without aggression
Anubias Barteri
Anubias barteri
Hardy plant that provides shelter and won't be uprooted by corydoras foraging
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Bolivian Ram
Mikrogeophagus altispinosus
20 gal min · 3.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful dwarf cichlid from same region; may occasionally compete for bottom space but generally compatible
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that forages similarly; ensure adequate hiding spaces
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