Can Pygmy Corydoras Live With Scissortail Rasbora?
Pygmy Corydoras and Scissortail Rasbora CAN coexist, but with some risks. Careful setup and monitoring required.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 72–79°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (3.5" vs 1"). Scissortail Rasbora may bully or stress Pygmy Corydoras.
Temperament
✓ Compatible
Both fish have compatible temperaments.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Important Notes
- Pygmy Corydoras is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.
- Scissortail Rasbora is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 20 gallons
| Parameter | Pygmy Corydoras | Scissortail Rasbora |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Max Size | 1" | 3.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swim Level | All | Middle |
| Min Tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
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