Panda Corydoras and Similar Species
Corydoras panda
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Open the appSeveral fish can be confused with Panda Corydoras. Here are the key differences.
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Adolfo's Corydoras
Corydoras adolfoi
Key differences: C. adolfoi has an orange band behind the black eye mask and a black stripe along the top of the body, which C. panda lacks. The black dorsal fin is also less extensive in C. adolfoi.
Burgess' Corydoras
Corydoras burgessi
Key differences: C. burgessi has a similar black eye mask but typically exhibits a more yellowish body coloration and a distinct black spot on the upper part of the body below the dorsal fin, rather than a fully black dorsal fin.
Black-banded Corydoras
Corydoras melini
Key differences: C. melini has a prominent black stripe running horizontally along the lateral line, extending from the gill cover to the caudal fin, which is absent in C. panda. It also lacks the distinct black dorsal fin of C. panda.
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