The Panda Cory Catfish is a lively, peaceful bottom-dweller prized for its cute panda-like markings and active schooling behavior. Featuring a soft pinkish-tan body with bold black accents on the eyes, dorsal fin, and tail base, this charming species quickly becomes a centerpiece in planted community aquariums. Hardy and beginner-friendly, it thrives when kept in groups and adds constant motion to the lower tank levels.
What We Like About This Fish
- Very peaceful and hardy addition to almost any aquarium
- Compatible with most adult dwarf shrimp and peaceful invertebrates
- Thrives in schools in well-planted aquariums
- Distinctive panda coloration and attractive group behavior
Recommended Tank Parameters
- Temperature: 22°–25°C (72°–82°F)
- pH: 5.8 – 7.8
- KH: 0 – 15 dKH
- Minimum Tank Size: 20 gallons (school of 6+ recommended)
Care Guidelines
- Diet: High-quality flakes, sinking pellets and wafers, plus frozen foods such as bloodworms and tubifex
- Social Behavior: Very peaceful — must be kept in groups of 6 or more
- Origin: Tank-bred (species native to South & Central America)
- Average Adult Size: ~5 cm (2 inches)
- Average Purchase Size: 1.2 – 2.5 cm (½ – 1 inch)
- Shrimp Safe: YES (may eat tiny fry, safe with adult shrimp)
| Weight | .15 kg |
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