Can Panda Cory live with German Blue Ram?
Caution — with care
Why
- No overlapping temperature: Panda Cory wants 68–77°F but German Blue Ram wants 78–85°F.
Side-by-side
| Panda Cory | German Blue Ram | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–77°F | 78–85°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 1–8 dGH |
| Adult size | 2" | 2.5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 20 gal |
Together, plan on at least 20 gallons.
How to make it work
- Target the overlapping water-parameter range and acclimate slowly.
Sort it with: An adjustable heater → Chewy
Where to buy
- Panda Cory: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- German Blue Ram: 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 Panda Cory · …with German Blue Ram