Can False Julii Cory live with Thai Freshwater Crab?
Not recommended
Why
- Thai Freshwater Crab hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling False Julii Cory, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| False Julii Cory | Thai Freshwater Crab | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 6–15 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 15 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of False Julii Cory (to keep Thai Freshwater Crab):
- Cardinal Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
- Cherry Barb — 2", peaceful
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful
Instead of Thai Freshwater Crab (to keep False Julii Cory):
- Thai Micro Pom Pom Crab — 0.8", peaceful
- Thai Micro Crab — 0.4", peaceful
- Pom Pom Crab — 1", semi-aggressive
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