Panda Corydoras (Corydoras panda)
Bring playful energy to your aquarium floor with the charming Panda Corydoras. Bred with a deep commitment to welfare at Aquatic Bliss, these peaceful bottom-dwellers are instantly recognizable by their distinct black eye patches and tail bands. They are incredibly social, energetic fish that love to explore together in groups. As a highly active community species, they keep your substrate turned over while providing endless entertainment with their expressive, schooling behaviours. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Care and Fact Sheet
-
- Scientific Name: Corydoras panda
- Common Name: Panda Cory, Panda Catfish
- Origin: Amazon River Basin (Peru)
- Adult Size: 4 cm to 5 cm (1.5 to 2.0 inches)
- Lifespan: 3 to 5 years (up to 10 years with optimal care)
- Diet: Omnivore (Requires sinking pellets, wafer foods, frozen bloodworms, and live blackworms)
- Temperament: Extremely peaceful and social; perfect for community tanks [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Aquarium Requirements
-
- Minimum Tank Size: 60 litres (approx. 15 gallons)
- Water Temperature: 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) Prefers slightly cooler water than other tropical fish
- pH Range: 6.0 to 7.0
- Water Hardness: 2 to 12 dGH
- School Size: Minimum of 6 individuals (larger groups ensure natural, stress-free behaviour)
- Tank Setup: Soft sand substrate is mandatory to protect their sensitive barbels, with plenty of caves, smooth rocks, and shaded hiding places
