Nattereri Corydoras tank mates
Corydoras nattereri
6 rated pairings from the Nattereri Corydoras care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why. Nattereri Corydoras needs at least 15 gallons on its own; every companion adds to that.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Similar size, peaceful temperament, and bottom-dwelling habits make them ideal companions with minimal competition
Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon innesi
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful mid-water swimmers that occupy different zones and share similar water parameter preferences
Rummy Nose Tetra
Hemigrammus rhodostomus
15 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Schooling fish that occupy mid-water column and share peaceful temperament and similar temperature requirements
Anubias Barteri
Anubias barteri
Hardy plant that won't be uprooted by foraging corydoras; provides shelter and natural aesthetics
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 that prefers warmer water; may occasionally compete for bottom space but generally compatible
Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
10 gal min · 2" adult · Peaceful
Larger shrimp species that won't be predated upon; excellent algae control and peaceful coexistence with corydoras
Also recommended alongside Nattereri Corydoras
Species whose own guides list Nattereri Corydoras as a tank mate.
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