Panda Cory (2-3 CM)
£4.60
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The Panda Cory (Hoplisoma panda, formerly Corydoras panda) is a small, peaceful, and popular freshwater armored catfish.
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Description
Quick Facts
- Current Scientific Name: Hoplisoma panda (moved from Corydoras panda in a 2024 taxonomic revision)
- Origin: Upper Amazon basin in Peru and Ecuador
- Size: 4 to 5.5 cm (1.6 to 2.2 inches)
- Lifespan: About 5 years
- Behavior: Social, schooling, and bottom-dwelling
Appearance
- Markings: Named for the dark black patches around their eyes that resemble a giant panda, along with a dark dorsal patch and a black band on the tail base.
- Body: Off-white or pinkish-orange body with bony scutes (plates) instead of traditional scales.
Tank Requirements
- Group Size: At least 6 individuals (they are very social and become stressed or shy alone).
- Tank Minimum: Around 80 liters (20 gallons) for a small group.
- Water Temperature: Cooler tropical range, ideally 20–25 °C (68–77 °F).
- Water pH: 6.0 to 7.5.
- Substrate: Fine aquarium sand to protect their sensitive barbels (whiskers) from getting scraped or infected.
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