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Can 5 skunk cories and 4 guppies live together in a 20-gallon tank?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Hello! Can i keep 5 skunk cories with 4 guppies in a 20 gallon tank?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on August 26th, 2017

Yes, skunk cories reach 2 inches at adulthood. The general rule for tanks is one inch of fish per gallon of water. The cories will hang around the bottom while the guppies will cruise higher. Be sure to provide plenty of cover for the cories in case the guppies get nippy.

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