Can Corydoras Catfish Live With Clown Loach?
Corydoras Catfish and Clown Loach are compatible. Temperature overlap 77–79°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 75 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | Clown Loach | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 77–86°F | 77–79°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 12" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 75 gal | 75 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + Clown Loach
To keep Corydoras Catfish and Clown Loach together, you need at minimum a 75 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. Clown Loach should be kept in a school of 5+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Corydoras Catfish
Corydoras spp.
Corydoras catfish are beloved bottom-dwelling community fish known for their adorable whiskered faces and playful schooling behavior. With over 160 described species, corys come in many varieties including bronze, albino, panda, pygmy, and sterbai. They are peaceful, hardy, and help keep the substrate clean.
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Chromobotia macracanthus
The Clown Loach (Chromobotia macracanthus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 12 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 75 gallon tank.
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