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):
- Brilliant Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Clown Rasbora — 4", peaceful
- Gold Gourami — 6", semi-aggressive
Instead of Pygmy Cory (to keep Altum Angelfish):
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive
- Platy — 2.5", peaceful
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