Compatibility
Neon tetra × Corydoras Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Neon tetra and Corydoras can usually live together in a well-planted community tank.
TemperatureA
pHA
HardnessB
FlowA
PredationA
BehaviourA
Generally compatibleA
Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Neon tetra: 20.0–26.0 °C
Corydoras: 22.0–25.0 °C
Shared window: 22.0–25.0°C.
pH overlap
Neon tetra: 5.5–7.5
Corydoras: 6.0–7.0
Shared window: 6.0–7.0.
Hardness overlap
Neon tetra: Very soft → Medium
Corydoras: Soft → Hard
Shared hardness bands: 2 (overlap ratio 67%).
Flow match
Neon tetra: Low
Corydoras: Medium
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 1.75x
Adult size gap is under 2.0x, which is usually a safer ratio.
Behaviour risk
- - Both species are generally peaceful; behaviour conflict risk is low.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Neon tetra | Corydoras |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 4.0 cm | 7.0 cm |
| Temperature | 20.0–26.0 °C | 22.0–25.0 °C |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 | 6.0–7.0 |
| Hardness | Very soft → Medium | Soft → Hard |
| Flow | Low | Medium |
| Locations | South America | South America |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
Shared: South America
Best tank mates for Neon tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Celestial Pearl Danio
Danio margaritatus
Cherry barb
Rohanella titteya
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
Best tank mates for Corydoras
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Bristlenose Catfish
Ancistrus sp.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Harlequin rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
Kuhli Loach
Pangio kuhlii