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Can Pygmy Cory live with Tracked Nerite Snail?

Compatible

Why

No conflicts — these two share similar water needs, temperament, and size, and neither is a threat to the other.

Sweet spot: both do well at 72–79°F and pH 7–7.5 — aim there.

Side-by-side

Pygmy CoryTracked Nerite Snail
Temperature72–79°F65–79°F
pH6–7.57–8.5
Hardness (GH)2–12 dGH8–18 dGH
Adult size1"0.8"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Min tank10 gal5 gal

Together, plan on at least 10 gallons.

Where to buy

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.

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Everything compatible with Pygmy Cory · …with Tracked Nerite Snail

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