Panda Corydoras
Corydoras panda compatibility profile. Find the best tank mates by checking water parameters, aquarium swim zone pressure, social rules, and shrimp-safe verifications.
Core facts & bioload limits
Adult size2"
Minimum tank20 gal
Temperamentpeaceful
Group6+
- temperature68-76F
- pH6-7.5
- water_hardnessGH 2-12 dGH | KH 1-6 dKH
- plant_safetysafe
- shrimp_safetysafe
- algae_eating_rolenone
- beginner_suitabilitybeginner
Community planning & swim zone pressure
When planning a community around Panda Corydoras, consider the aquarium swim zone pressure. This species primarily occupies the bottom zone. Balance the setup by choosing tank mates that occupy the top or bottom zones to reduce crowding and stress.
Care caveats
- notesSocial bottom-dwelling cory; sensitive to substrate, water quality, and group size.
- caveatKeep a group of 6 or more; corys are social and stress visibly in smaller groups.
- caveatUse smooth sand or fine, rounded gravel — sharp or rough substrate damages their delicate barbels and can lead to infection.
- caveatNot an algae eater or vacuum cleaner; feed sinking foods directly and do not rely on them to clean leftover food.
- caveatSensitive to ammonia, nitrite, salt, and many aquarium chemicals — add only to a mature, cycled tank and read every product label before dosing the water.
Compatible tank mates
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- Chili Rasborayellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Ember Tetrayellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Cherry Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Ghost Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Crystal Red Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Blue Dream Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Orange Sakura Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->
- Black Rose Shrimpyellowschooling_size_issue | minimum 20 galCheck this pair in the planner ->