Panda Corydora - Hoplisoma panda
Care level: Easy
Max Size: 4cm
Temp: 21-26°C
PH: 5-7.5
Approximate purchase size: 2.5-3cm
Diet: Omnivore
Compatibility: Community
The Panda Corydora is a small attractive catfish from South America that has been popular among aquarists ever since it was first introduced into the hobby. Like all cories, the Panda needs a soft sand substrate to protect its delicate barbels from damage. The tank should be furnished with bog wood and plants to offer this fish plenty of nooks and crannies to explore and the water should be soft and acidic. They are a social species and should be maintained in a group of 6 or more individuals. This will help them feel more secure and you'll find them out in the open more often.
Ideal tank mates would be other smaller shoaling species of fish. We recommend other South American species such as Apistogrammas, Angel Fish, Tetras. Avoid larger cichlids and anything too aggressive or boisterous as it will make the cories spend more time in hiding.
Hoplisoma panda can breathe air intestinally, so it's important that they are able to access the surface of the water. A small gap should be left between the surface of the water and the cover slides to allow this.
Food can be offered in the form of catfish sinking wafers, micro pellets and fresh or frozen fish foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia and bloodworm. Like all corydoras, the panda spends their whole day snuffling around in the sand, so it's important to ensure that food reaches them consistently.
If you have any questions about keeping these fish, please contact us and a member of our friendly store team will be more than happy to offer advice on best practice.
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