Can Discus Live With Salt and Pepper Corydoras?
Discus and Salt and Pepper Corydoras are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✗ Not Compatible
No temperature overlap. Discus needs 82–88°F, but Salt and Pepper Corydoras needs 72–79°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.
Size
✗ Not Compatible
Extreme size difference. Discus (8") may eat or bully Salt and Pepper Corydoras (1.2").
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Fish occupy different water levels (Discus: middle, Salt and Pepper Corydoras: bottom), reducing conflict.
Important Notes
- Discus is a schooling fish and needs at least 5 of its kind.
- Salt and Pepper Corydoras is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 60 gallons
| Parameter | Discus | Salt and Pepper Corydoras |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 82–88°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Max Size | 8" | 1.2" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | Middle | Bottom |
| Min Tank | 55 gal | 10 gal |
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