GuppyVSCory Catfish

Can they live together? Complete Compatibility Analysis

Compatibility Score

✅ Perfect Match

Guppies and Cory Catfish are a classic, highly compatible community tank combination. They occupy different levels of the aquarium (guppies mid-top, corys bottom), have peaceful temperaments, and share very similar water parameter requirements. Corydoras are excellent tank mates as they do not bother guppies and help clean up excess food.

Potential Issues

•Ensure corys are kept in a group of 6 or more, as they are social shoaling fish.
•Guppies may breed prolifically; consider the gender ratio or be prepared for many fry.

Tank Requirements

Temperature

72-79°F (22-26°C)

pH Level

6.8-7.8

Minimum Tank Size

20 gallons

About Guppy and Cory Catfish

When considering adding Cory Catfish to a tank with Guppy, it's crucial to understand their specific needs. Guppies and Cory Catfish are a classic, highly compatible community tank combination. They occupy different levels of the aquarium (guppies mid-top, corys bottom), have peaceful temperaments, and share very similar water parameter requirements. Corydoras are excellent tank mates as they do not bother guppies and help clean up excess food.

Key Differences

Guppy: Requires 5 gallons minimum. Usually prefers tropical water conditions.
Cory Catfish: Requires 10 gallons minimum. Usually prefers tropical water conditions.

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