Species Profile
Emerald Green Cory
Corydoras splendens
Catfishpeaceful
Adult size
3.5″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
72–79°F
pH
6–7.5
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
bottom
Diet
Sinking pellets, wafers, frozen
Notes
Larger emerald-bodied cory (formerly its own genus, Brochis). Iridescent green-bronze flanks. One of the showier and more substantial corydoras; works as a centerpiece in 30gal+ planted community tanks with a school of 6+.
Compatible Tankmates
Best tank mates for Emerald Green Cory
Every species below passes the compatibility engine when paired with Emerald Green Coryin a suitably sized tank. Verdicts come from the same rules the builder uses — click a card to see that species' own care profile and its tank mates in turn.
Neon Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Cardinal Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Rummynose Tetra
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Harlequin Rasbora
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Zebra Danio
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Fancy Guppy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Platy
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Dwarf Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Honey Gourami
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bolivian Ram
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Bristlenose Pleco
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
Cherry Barb
ExcellentPeaceful pairing — temperament, water parameters, and size all line up.
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