Can angelfish live with corydoras?

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 76–78°F.

By Andy · Updated October 31, 2026 · Tankmate guide

Yes, they make good tankmates. Good tankmates. Keep both at 76–78°F.

Yes

Verdict

76–78°F

Shared temperature

30 gal

Smallest tank

The two fish side by side

Fish	Adult size	Temperature	Min. tank	Keep	Watch for
Angelfish	6 in	76–84°F	30 gal	Alone or as a pair	long fins, eats small fish
Corydoras (bronze or peppered)	2.5 in	70–78°F	20 gal	6 or more	peaceful

Set the heater to about 77°F, in the middle of the range they share (76–78°F).
Use a tank of at least 30 gallons. Check the numbers with the stocking calculator.
Keep corydoras in a group of 6 or more. A big group is calmer and more colorful.
Corydoras feed on the bottom, so drop in sinking pellets or wafers after the lights go out.
Add plenty of plants and cover so every fish can get out of sight.

For angelfish: Bristlenose pleco, Dwarf gourami, Molly, Platy, Swordtail, Kuhli loach
For corydoras: Betta (male), Bristlenose pleco, Guppy, Tiger barb, Amano shrimp, Black skirt tetra

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