Can Pygmy Cory live with Brilliant Rasbora?
Not recommended
Why
- Brilliant Rasbora’s mouth is big enough to swallow Pygmy Cory (only 1" long) — it will be eaten.
Side-by-side
| Pygmy Cory | Brilliant Rasbora | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 72–82°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 5.5–7 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 4–12 dGH |
| Adult size | 1" | 4" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Min tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Pygmy Cory (to keep Brilliant Rasbora):
- Sparkling Gourami — 1.5", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Siamese Algae Eater — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Yucatan Molly — 6", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Brilliant Rasbora (to keep Pygmy Cory):
- 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
- False Rummy Nose Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
Where to buy
- Pygmy Cory: buy at Flip Aquatics · Flip Aquatics live-arrival guarantee
- Brilliant Rasbora: 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 Pygmy Cory · …with Brilliant Rasbora