Can kribensis live with corydoras?

Yes, with care. Kribensis and apistos guard caves and chase bottom dwellers away when they have eggs. Give everyone their own hiding spots.

By Andy · Updated November 6, 2026 · Tankmate guide

Yes, with care. Kribensis and apistos guard caves and chase bottom dwellers away when they have eggs. Give everyone their own hiding spots.

With care

Verdict

75–78°F

Shared temperature

30 gal

Smallest tank

The two fish side by side

Fish	Adult size	Temperature	Min. tank	Keep	Watch for
Kribensis	4 in	75–80°F	30 gal	Alone or as a pair	peaceful
Corydoras (bronze or peppered)	2.5 in	70–78°F	20 gal	6 or more	peaceful

Set the heater to about 76°F, in the middle of the range they share (75–78°F).
Use a tank of at least 30 gallons, and bigger is calmer. 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 kribensis: Amano shrimp, Black neon tetra, Cardinal tetra, Cherry barb, Chili rasbora, Clown loach
For corydoras: African dwarf frog, Angelfish, Betta (male), Bristlenose pleco, Guppy, Tiger barb

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