Imitator Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras imitator
6 rated pairings from the Imitator Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Imitator Corydoras needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
2 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar water parameter requirements (soft, acidic); peaceful mid-water swimmers that don't compete for bottom space
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Prefer identical soft, acidic water; peaceful schooling fish that occupy different water column zones
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful bottom dwellers with similar water needs; may compete for algae wafers but generally compatible
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Thrive in soft, acidic water; peaceful scavengers that help maintain tank cleanliness without predating on corydoras
Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful mid-water dwellers with compatible water parameters; avoid aggressive individuals
Use caution
1 · Works in the right setup; read the note before combining.Also recommended alongside Imitator Corydoras
Species whose own guides list Imitator Corydoras as a tank mate.
L081 Gold Nugget Pleco Medium Spot
Baryancistrus sp. L081
75 gal min · 8" adult · Peaceful
L177 Gold Nugget Pleco
Baryancistrus sp. L177
75 gal min · 9" adult · Peaceful
L264 Sultan Pleco
Leporacanthicus joselimai
75 gal min · 8" adult · Semi-aggressive
L270 Tapajos Red Pleco
Hemiancistrus sp. L270
55 gal min · 5.5" adult · Peaceful
Redtail Botia
Yasuhikotakia modesta
75 gal min · 5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.