Panda Corydora Longtail

Panda Corydora Longtail — a selectively bred variety of the classic Corydoras panda featuring an elegant, extended caudal fin:

🐟 Panda Corydora (Longtail Variant)

Scientific Name: Corydoras panda (Longtail/Flag-tail morph)
Common Names: Longfin Panda Cory, Flag-Tail Panda Cory
Origin: Captive-bred (originally wild-type from Peru)

🌡️ Temperature: 72–78°F (22–26°C)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🧪 Hardness: 2–12 dGH
🐟 Tank Size: 20+ gallons
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore – micro sinking pellets, wafers, bloodworms, brine shrimp
👨👩👧👦 Temperament: Peaceful and social; keep in groups of 5+
🌿 Environment: Fine sand, shaded hiding areas, low-flow filtration

⚠️ Tips:

• Long, delicate fins—avoid any fin-nipping species like tiger barbs or serpae tetras.
• Peaceful nature makes them ideal for community tanks.
• Sensitive to water quality—ensure regular maintenance and clean substrate.