Melanistius Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras melanistius
6 rated pairings from the Melanistius Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Melanistius Corydoras needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
3 · 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 without competing for bottom space
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Compatible bottom dweller with identical water requirements and peaceful nature
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful schooling fish with matching pH and temperature needs; active in mid-water zones
Good matches
3 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.Dwarf Gourami
Trichogaster lalius
15 gal min · 3.5" adult · Semi-aggressive
Peaceful top-dweller that won't compete for bottom space; compatible water parameters
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrate that shares similar water conditions; minimal competition for resources
Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus sp.
20 gal min · 5" adult · Peaceful
Nocturnal bottom dweller with compatible requirements; may compete for food but generally peaceful
Planning this tank?
Run the whole stock list through the calculator — it checks bioload and schooling numbers, not just pairings.