Corys are peaceful by nature and steer clear of the tank’s surface where betta fish lurk making them great tank mates. The corydoras spend most of their day hanging around at the bottom of the tank, rummaging and foraging for food. Remember, Corys and Betta can live together.
Can I put a catfish in with my betta?
Cory catfish make great tank mates with betta fish, male or female. Cory catfish are calm and peaceful fish, which will encourage the same behavior in your betta. Their non-aggressive temperament is the perfect contrast against a betta who is ready to take on another male.
Do Cory Catfish clean the tank?
As a small bottom feeder, the cory catfish is an extremely efficient cleaner. It will scavenge the leftovers that have sunk to the bottom, cleaning up after messier fish that feed at the surface and midlevel of the tank.
What fish can live with a betta?
5 Best Tank Mates for Betta Fish
- Kuhli Loaches. These eel-like oddball fish grow to about 3.5 inches long and are great scavengers for picking up any excess food your betta drops.
- Ember Tetras.
- Malaysian Trumpet Snails.
- Harlequin Rasboras.
- Cory Catfish.
Can you have just one Cory catfish?
While Cory Cats can survive alone, they seem much happier in a group of two or more. Two Cory Cats of the same type will often stay close to one another as they move throughout the tank to feed.
What fish can live with a betta in a 3 gallon tank?
In a 3-gallon tank consider these as tank mates for your betta: Ghost shrimp x2; Red Cherry shrimp x2; A single horned Nerite snail.
Is 4 Cory catfish enough?
Since they are schooling fish, Cory catfish should be kept in groups of 5 or more. For a school of 5 Corys, a minumim tank size of 20 gallons is recommended.
Do Cory Catfish need a bubbler?
Do Cory Catfish require an air pump/air stone? Yes, all fish need some type of agitation of water to uplift water to the surface to replenish dissolved oxygen.
Do Cory Catfish need sand?
Corydoras have wispy barbels or whiskers to help them find food, so smooth sand or gravel is preferred.
Why do my corys keep dying?
Diseases / parasites
This is by far the most likely reason for your cory catfish to die. Diseases come in many forms and there are a lot of parasites known in the aquarium hobby.
Do bettas get lonely?
Do They Get Lonely? Betta fish are naturally territorial and should not be housed with any other betta fish because they will fight and injure each other, often resulting in death. They are unlikely to get lonely in their tank; however, if they are in a small tank, they may get bored.
Can 1 male and 2 female betta fish live together?
Male and female Betta fish can’t live together because they will fight to the death. Male Betta fish are aggressive and territorial towards other fish. They will attack any fish that comes near their territory, including female Betta fish.
What does a betta Buddy do?
The Marina Betta Buddy engages your betta, helping to reduce boredom and encourage movement.
Do Cory Catfish need a heater?
Water Requirements for Corydoras
Wild caught fish may require a pH of 5.5 to 7.0 and alkalinity below 3° dKH (54ppm). If the aquarium is kept in a room below 74°, use an Aqueon Aquarium Heater to maintain the correct temperature. Pristine water quality is essential to good health in these catfish.
What is the lifespan of a Cory Catfish?
Easy to care for, the good-natured, hardy Cory catfish has a lifespan can live between five and seven years in the wild but can live more than 20 years in captivity under ideal conditions.
How often should you feed Cory Catfish?
You only have to feed your Corys the quantity they can eat in five minutes. Feeding them once, or at most, twice a day is okay. They will spend the rest hours scavenging and getting foods for themselves, even when other fishes can’t.
Do bettas like light?
Bettas like light so that they know when to wake up and prefer a darker environment to sleep in. You may have an aquarium light on your tank and if so, it is probably best for you to turn this on when you wake up in the morning and turn it off just before bedtime.
How big do bettas get?
3 inches
Betta fish grow to be no longer than 3 inches, typically. Their usual lifespan is 2-5 years. They have brilliantly colored fins, and various tail types. Common colors include red, blue, black, white and orange.
What do bettas like in their tanks?
Your Betta will love swimming in a tank which contains caves to hide in and plants that provide plenty shady areas. Betta’s enjoy lounging on leaves and have comfortable places to hide and sleep. It’s important you check ornaments for spots that could snag or tear your Bettas delicate fins.
Is gravel OK for Cory Catfish?
While corydoras can survive on gravel, it is not ideal for them. We do not recommend keeping corydoras on gravel. Unfortunately for aquarium keepers that prefer gravel over sand, corydoras will not thrive on gravel. They can still live long lives on gravel substrate, but it causes them a number of problems.
Do Cory Catfish eat algae?
This fish species do not feed on algae. People often mistake corydoras catfish for algae eaters because they sometimes nibble at algae growths but they hardly ever consume this type of growth.