Can Altum Angelfish live with Pygmy Cory?
Not recommended
Why
- Altum Angelfish’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pygmy Cory (only 1" long) — it will be eaten.
- No overlapping temperature: Altum Angelfish wants 82–88°F but Pygmy Cory wants 72–79°F.
Side-by-side
| Altum Angelfish | Pygmy Cory | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 82–88°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 4.5–6.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 1–5 dGH | 2–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 7" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 75 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 75 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Altum Angelfish (to keep Pygmy Cory):
- Cardinal Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Pygmy Cory (to keep Altum Angelfish):
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Altum Angelfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Pygmy Cory: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Live-animal shipping: add a heat pack below 50°F, expect weather holds above 90°F, and schedule delivery for a moderate week when someone can receive it promptly.
Build a full tank around this stocking →Everything compatible with Altum Angelfish · …with Pygmy Cory