Can Altum Angelfish live with Two-Saddled Cory?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping temperature: Altum Angelfish wants 82–88°F but Two-Saddled Cory wants 72–79°F.
- Altum Angelfish is large enough to threaten a small Two-Saddled Cory — usually fine once both are adult, but watch new additions.
Side-by-side
| Altum Angelfish | Two-Saddled 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" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 75 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 75 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater · GH remineraliser
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