Can Koi Angelfish live with Dwarf Cory (Habrosus)?
Not recommended
Why
- Koi Angelfish’s mouth is big enough to swallow Dwarf Cory (Habrosus) (only 1" long) — it will be eaten.
- Only a narrow temperature overlap — keep both around 78–79°F.
Side-by-side
| Koi Angelfish | Dwarf Cory (Habrosus) | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 78–84°F | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 |
| Hardness (GH) | 3–12 dGH | 2–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 6" | 1" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 30 gal | 10 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Koi Angelfish (to keep Dwarf Cory (Habrosus)):
- Croaking Gourami — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- 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
Instead of Dwarf Cory (Habrosus) (to keep Koi Angelfish):
- German Blue Ram — 2.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Black Kuhli Loach — 3", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Clown Pleco — 3.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Koi Angelfish: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Dwarf Cory (Habrosus): 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 Koi Angelfish · …with Dwarf Cory (Habrosus)