Did i make the right stocking choice?

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    So i got 3x peppered cory, 6x harlequin rasbora and 1x german blue ram

    My question is are these a good mix? The people at the pet shop didn't seem too phased about it. Watching for any aggression from the GBR.

    I've got my temps set at 27c for the blue ram.

    Let me know if i should make any changes luckily i got a spare 40L in case the corys aren't happy
     
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    I should probably mention they're in a 60L tank
     
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    Thats not bad stocking i would increase the cory's to about 6 they are a schooling fish, but i think the temp is a little bit high for peppers normally high at about 25c but i dont think it would be too big of a issue , if they are acting normally, they should be fine.
     
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    I agree with @Nirvashen. A few more Corries, and slightly lower temp
    60L isn't overly big, so don't be tempted to overstock.
     
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    I agree with what has been said... 3 more corries as they love each other's company

    The Rams, just watch as they grow, you could maybe a bit of an aggression issue later if they breed and again, maybe not but i see you have a spare tank just in case
     
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    Thanks for the replies. I'll be opting for some more corys. Here is a lil video of my setup.



    Should i add 2 or 3 more corries?
     
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    Very nice!!
     
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    Your rasboras seem very happy! I would add more live plants first and then 2-3 more corys. That would be it.
    Ito plants- the fast growing plants will absorb more nitrogen compounds but will also require more trimming/ removal. So you’ll have to find the balance between plants - stocking levels - water changes
     
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