Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras

Hoplisoma oiapoquensis

Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras is a peaceful bottom-dwelling corydoras. Keep in a loose group of 6+.

PeacefulBottom dwellerKeep in a loose group of 6+Beginner – Intermediate

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Quick facts

Adult size: ≤ 2.2" (≤ 5.5 cm)
Aquarium size: 13 US gal (50 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length
Care level: Beginner – Intermediate
Temperament: Peaceful
Swimming zone: Bottom dweller
Temperature: 73–82°F (23–28°C)
pH: 6–7.2
GH: 2–15 dGH
Diet: Omnivore
Lifespan: up to 5 years
Group behavior: Keep in a loose group of 6+

Care requirements

Care level: Beginner – Intermediate.

Lifespan: up to 5 years.

Aquarium size and space needs

Minimum aquarium size: 13 US gal (50 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 23–28 °C, pH 6–7.2, GH 2–15 dGH.

Temperament and compatibility

Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras is peaceful and suits calm community fish.

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the bottom area, so leave enough open substrate area for movement and feeding.

Feeding

As an omnivore, Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Supply sinking foods and small live/frozen invertebrates, with food accessible to the entire shoal.

Before adding this fish

Plan for an aquarium of 13 US gal (50 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.
Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
Keep in a loose group of 6+.
Offer a varied diet suited to this species’ documented feeding habits.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: French Guiana.

Important notes

At least six conspecifics, fine clean sand and good oxygenation; confirm identity against near-identical sympatric Brochis condiscipulus.

Similar fish profiles

Use these profiles to compare fish with similar care level, size, temperature range, or swimming behavior.

Adolfos Catfish Hoplisoma adolfoi Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2.4" (≤ 6 cm) 68–79°F (20–26°C) Agassizs Corydoras Brochis agassizii Same genus Same family Similar care level Intermediate ≤ 2.8" (≤ 7 cm) 72–81°F (22–27°C) Amanda Jane Corydoras Corydoras amandajanea Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2.6" (≤ 6.5 cm) 73–81°F (23–27°C) Armatus Corydoras Corydoras armatus Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2.6" (≤ 6.5 cm) 72–79°F (22–26°C) Axelrods Corydoras Hoplisoma axelrodi Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2" (≤ 5 cm) 72–79°F (22–26°C) Bandit Corydoras Hoplisoma metae Same genus Same family Similar care level Beginner – Intermediate ≤ 2" (≤ 5 cm) 68–79°F (20–26°C)

FAQ

How large does Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras get?

Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras reaches ≤ 2.2" (≤ 5.5 cm).

What aquarium size does Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras need?

Use an aquarium of at least 13 US gal (50 L) or larger / ≥ 17.7" (≥ 45 cm) minimum length.

Is Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras peaceful?

Yes. Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras is recorded as peaceful and is best planned with calm community fish that do not harass it or dominate the feeding area.

What temperature is suitable for Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras?

Keep it between 23 to 28 °C.

Should Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras be kept alone or in a group?

Flag Tailed Panda Corydoras: Keep in a loose group of 6+.