Can Smudge Spot Cory live with Marbled Crayfish?
Not recommended
Why
- Marbled Crayfish hunts along the bottom and will catch the bottom-dwelling Smudge Spot Cory, especially at night.
Side-by-side
| Smudge Spot Cory | Marbled Crayfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 64–77°F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 6.5–8 |
| Hardness (GH) | 2–12 dGH | 5–20 dGH |
| Adult size | 2.25" | 5" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Min tank | 20 gal | 30 gal |
Together, plan on at least 30 gallons.
Compatible alternatives
Instead of Smudge Spot Cory (to keep Marbled Crayfish):
- Betta (Siamese Fighting Fish) — 2.5", semi-aggressive
- Black Skirt Tetra — 2.5", semi-aggressive
- Cardinal Tetra — 2", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
Instead of Marbled Crayfish (to keep Smudge Spot Cory):
- Brazos Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Cajun Dwarf Crayfish — 1.5", peaceful
- Dwarf Crayfish (CPO) — 1.75", peaceful buy at The Shrimp Farm · The Shrimp Farm live-arrival guarantee
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