{"product_id":"c005-pantanal-cory-catfish-corydoras-pantanalensis","title":"C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish – Corydoras Pantanalensis","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tropicflow-product-description\" style=\"max-width: 920px; margin: 0 auto; font-size: 16px; line-height: 1.7; color: #333;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- QUICK ANSWER --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 0 0 28px 0; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 18px;\"\u003eQuick Answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      The \u003cstrong\u003eC005 Pantanal Cory Catfish (Corydoras pantanalensis)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a\n      large, robust Cory-type catfish from the Pantanal wetlands of South America.\n      Also known as the \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, this species is especially\n      attractive as it matures, with adult males capable of developing a dramatic\n      \u003cstrong\u003edark reticulated pattern and metallic iridescence\u003c\/strong\u003e during breeding\n      condition. Reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–3.25 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, C005 should\n      be maintained in groups of \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e in a spacious, mature\n      freshwater aquarium with fine substrate, clean oxygen-rich water, and peaceful\n      tank mates.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eC005 Pantanal Cory Catfish (Corydoras pantanalensis)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    is one of the larger and more impressive Cory-type catfish available to\n    freshwater aquarists. Its deeper body, substantial adult size, tall dorsal fin,\n    and changing adult coloration give it a noticeably more powerful appearance\n    than many smaller Cory species.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Also known as the \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n    \u003cstrong\u003eC005 Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003ePantanalensis Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n    this peaceful armored catfish originates from the Pantanal region of\n    Bolivia and Brazil, one of the world's largest seasonal tropical wetlands.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Juveniles can appear relatively understated, with a pale silver-tan or\n    grayish body and subtle darker markings. As the fish mature—especially\n    adult males entering breeding condition—the coloration can become far more\n    dramatic, developing an intricate dark reticulated pattern with beautiful\n    metallic green, bronze, or gold reflections.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eTaxonomy note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This species was formally described in 2001\n    as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e and is still widely sold under that name.\n    Following the major 2024 revision of Corydoradinae, the species was transferred\n    to the resurrected genus \u003cem\u003eBrochis\u003c\/em\u003e. Its currently accepted scientific\n    combination is \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrochis pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INFORMATION TABLE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish Care Information\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 18px 0 30px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 520px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd; width: 38%;\"\u003e\n            Care Requirement\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background: #016141; color: #fff; text-align: left; padding: 12px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            C005 Pantanal Cory Information\n          \u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            C005 Pantanal Cory, Pantanal Cory, Pantanalensis Cory\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific \/ Trade Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Scientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            \u003cem\u003eBrochis pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC-Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            C005 \/ C5\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Approximately 3–3.25 inches\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            73–81°F (23–27°C)\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            6.0–7.2\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Soft to Moderately Hard\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            30+ Gallons Recommended\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Group Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            6+ Recommended\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Peaceful \u0026amp; Social\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Omnivore\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Bottom Dweller\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr style=\"background: #f8f8f8;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Intermediate\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 11px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n            Pantanal Region — Bolivia \u0026amp; Brazil\n          \u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- APPEARANCE --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Does a C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish Look Like?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal Cory\u003c\/strong\u003e has a robust, deep-bodied profile\n    with a broad head and well-developed dorsal fin. Compared with many\n    smaller Cory species, adult C005 have a noticeably heavier and more\n    substantial appearance.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Juveniles and non-breeding adults can display a relatively subtle\n    \u003cstrong\u003esilver-tan, gray, olive, bronze, or greenish body color\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    with darker markings developing across the armored body plates.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    As the fish mature, the pattern can become significantly more complex.\n    Adult males in breeding condition are particularly impressive and may\n    develop a dense \u003cstrong\u003edark reticulated or net-like pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    across the head and body.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Metallic green, olive, bronze, or golden iridescence can appear between\n    the darker markings, creating a dramatic appearance under aquarium lighting.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COLOR TRANSFORMATION --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Does the Pantanal Cory Change Color as It Matures?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    One of the most fascinating features of\n    \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is the change in pattern and\n    coloration that can occur with maturity.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Juvenile fish are often comparatively plain. As adult males enter\n    reproductive condition, their body pattern can become darker and more\n    strongly reticulated, producing a striking network of contrasting markings.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This mature breeding coloration is one reason adult Pantanal Corys\n    can look dramatically different from younger fish sold in aquarium stores.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border-left: 4px solid #016141; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong style=\"color: #016141;\"\u003ePantanal Cory Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 7px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eAdult males can undergo a dramatic visual transformation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      as they reach breeding condition, developing a much darker reticulated\n      pattern with metallic green, bronze, or gold highlights. Do not judge\n      the final appearance of C005 only by juvenile coloration.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- LARGE CORY --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Is the C005 Pantanal Cory a Large Cory?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Yes. The Pantanal Cory is considerably larger and more robust than many\n    commonly sold Cory species.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Mature males can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, while\n    adult females may approach \u003cstrong\u003e3.25 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and develop a\n    much fuller body.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Its deeper body and larger adult size are important when planning an\n    aquarium. Although juvenile C005 may look small, a mature group requires\n    significantly more floor space than dwarf Corys or smaller species such\n    as Panda Corys.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BROCHIS --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Is Corydoras Pantanalensis Now a Brochis?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e was originally described within the\n    large genus \u003cem\u003eCorydoras\u003c\/em\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Modern genetic and morphological research showed that the old\n    Corydoras grouping contained several distinct evolutionary lineages.\n    In the 2024 revision of Corydoradinae, Pantanal Cory was transferred\n    to the resurrected genus \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrochis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The accepted scientific name is therefore\n    \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrochis pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, although\n    \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e remains extremely important in the\n    aquarium trade and for online search recognition.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- C005 --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Does C005 Mean?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eC005\u003c\/strong\u003e designation, also written\n    \u003cstrong\u003eC5\u003c\/strong\u003e, was assigned to this fish in the aquarium hobby\n    before it received its formal scientific description.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    C-numbers were created to help aquarists identify distinct Cory-type\n    catfish entering the hobby when their scientific identity had not yet\n    been formally resolved.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    In 2001, C005 was formally described as\n    \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e. The C005 designation is still commonly\n    used by Cory enthusiasts, breeders, and specialty fish retailers today.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BEHAVIOR --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Behavior \u0026amp; Group Size\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Pantanal Corys are \u003cstrong\u003epeaceful, social bottom-dwelling fish\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    and should not be kept alone.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We recommend maintaining at least\n    \u003cstrong\u003e6 C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e together. A proper group\n    allows the fish to display their natural social behavior and generally\n    helps them become more confident and active.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Because this species grows larger than many common Corys, groups should\n    be given generous horizontal swimming and foraging space.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Like other Cory-type catfish, Pantanal Corys may occasionally make a\n    rapid trip to the surface to gulp atmospheric air before returning to\n    the bottom. Occasional surface visits are normal Cory behavior.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK SETUP --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Ideal Aquarium Setup for C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Because of its larger adult size, a\n    \u003cstrong\u003e30-gallon or larger freshwater aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended\n    for a proper group of Pantanal Corys.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A tank with a footprint around \u003cstrong\u003e36 × 15 inches or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    provides useful bottom space for six adult fish. Larger groups benefit\n    from even more floor area.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    A \u003cstrong\u003efine sand substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal. Smooth rounded fine\n    gravel may also be used if maintained carefully, but sharp or abrasive\n    substrate should be avoided.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Cory-type catfish search through the substrate with sensitive barbels,\n    so clean substrate is especially important.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Live plants, driftwood, smooth rocks, shaded sections, and open sand\n    areas can create an attractive environment while still leaving plenty\n    of room for natural group foraging.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- NATURAL HABITAT --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Natural Habitat of the Pantanal Cory\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eBrochis pantanalensis\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from the\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal region of South America\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the\n    Cussis and Las Petas river drainages of Bolivia, with records also\n    extending into Brazil.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Pantanal is an enormous seasonal wetland where water levels,\n    temperature, chemistry, and available habitat can change dramatically\n    throughout the year.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    These seasonal conditions help explain why Pantanal Corys can be\n    relatively adaptable when maintained in clean, stable aquarium water.\n    However, adaptability should not be confused with tolerance of poor\n    water quality.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WATER --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Water Parameters\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish generally do well at temperatures around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e73–81°F (23–27°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pH of approximately\n    \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Soft to moderately hard water is suitable, but\n    \u003cstrong\u003estability and cleanliness are more important than constantly\n    adjusting the aquarium to reach a single exact number\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Keep Pantanal Corys in a \u003cstrong\u003efully cycled aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e with\n    effective biological filtration, good oxygenation, and regular water changes.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Ammonia and nitrite should remain at zero, and sudden changes in\n    temperature or water chemistry should be avoided.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- DIET --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    What Do C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish Eat?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal Corys are omnivorous bottom foragers\u003c\/strong\u003e and\n    should receive a varied, nutritious diet rather than depending on\n    leftovers from other fish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    High-quality sinking pellets, tablets, or wafers can form the foundation\n    of their aquarium diet. Supplement prepared foods with appropriately\n    sized frozen or live foods such as:\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBloodworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDaphnia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTubifex\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBlackworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOther nutritious sinking foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Mature Pantanal Corys are relatively large-bodied fish and should be\n    fed enough food to maintain a full, healthy body condition.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e8; border-left: 4px solid #d49a17; padding: 16px 18px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e C005 Pantanal Corys should not be purchased\n    simply as aquarium “cleaner fish.” Although they naturally forage along\n    the substrate, they require intentional feeding with a complete diet.\n    Cory catfish do not replace regular water changes, substrate cleaning,\n    and normal aquarium maintenance.\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- TANK MATES --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Tank Mates\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The peaceful personality of the\n    \u003cstrong\u003eC005 Pantanal Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it suitable for many\n    freshwater community aquariums.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Potential tank mates may include peaceful tetras, rasboras, danios,\n    larger peaceful characins, peaceful gouramis, compatible dwarf cichlids,\n    other suitable Cory-type catfish, and other non-aggressive freshwater fish\n    with overlapping temperature and water requirements.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Avoid large predatory fish, highly aggressive bottom dwellers, and\n    excessively territorial species that may injure or intimidate the Cory group.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SEXING --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Male vs. Female C005 Pantanal Cory\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Mature male and female Pantanal Corys become increasingly easy to\n    distinguish as they reach adult size.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAdult females\u003c\/strong\u003e generally grow larger, reaching around\n    \u003cstrong\u003e3.25 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, and develop a broader, deeper body that is\n    especially noticeable when viewed from above.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eAdult males\u003c\/strong\u003e tend to remain somewhat smaller and slimmer.\n    When males enter breeding condition, they can develop a spectacular\n    \u003cstrong\u003edark reticulated pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e across the body that is much\n    stronger than the coloration normally displayed by females or juveniles.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- WHY PANTANAL --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    Why Choose C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish?\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul style=\"padding-left: 22px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge and robust Cory-type catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDramatic reticulated adult male breeding coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMetallic green, bronze, and gold iridescent tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClassic C005 collector identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeaceful temperament for community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eActive bottom-dwelling and group-foraging behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDistinctive deeper-bodied Brochis profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for larger planted freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInteresting species for Cory and Brochis enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- IMPORTANT BEFORE BUYING --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f5faf8; border: 1px solid #d8e8e2; padding: 20px; margin: 30px 0; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 21px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      Before Buying C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      C005 Pantanal Corys become significantly larger and heavier-bodied than\n      many common Cory species. Plan for their \u003cstrong\u003e3+ inch adult size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n      and keep \u003cstrong\u003e6 or more\u003c\/strong\u003e in a mature aquarium with generous\n      horizontal floor space. Provide fine substrate, clean oxygen-rich water,\n      peaceful tank mates, regular maintenance, and enough food for the entire\n      group rather than relying on leftovers.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"color: #016141; font-size: 24px; margin-top: 34px;\"\u003e\n    C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish FAQ\n  \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What is a C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      C005 Pantanal Cory is a large South American Cory-type catfish\n      originally described as \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e.\n      It is native to the Pantanal region and is known for its robust body,\n      peaceful temperament, and dramatic reticulated coloration in mature males.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Is Corydoras pantanalensis now Brochis pantanalensis?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e is the original scientific\n      combination and remains widely used in the aquarium hobby. Following\n      the 2024 revision of Corydoradinae, the currently accepted scientific\n      name is \u003cem\u003eBrochis pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What does C005 mean?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      C005, also written C5, was the aquarium-hobby identification number\n      assigned to this fish before it was formally described. In 2001 the\n      species received the scientific name \u003cem\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/em\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How big do C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish get?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Mature males can reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e,\n      while adult females may grow to around \u003cstrong\u003e3.25 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      This makes Pantanal Cory one of the larger Cory-type catfish commonly\n      maintained by hobbyists.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Why do adult male Pantanal Corys change color?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Mature males can develop a much darker and more intricate reticulated\n      body pattern when they enter breeding condition. This transformation\n      is a normal mature characteristic and is one of the most attractive\n      features of the species.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      How many Pantanal Corys should be kept together?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Keep C005 Pantanal Corys in a group of at least\n      \u003cstrong\u003e6 fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because they are a relatively large Cory,\n      make sure the aquarium provides enough bottom space for the entire\n      adult group.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What size aquarium does a Pantanal Cory need?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      A \u003cstrong\u003e30-gallon or larger aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended for a\n      proper adult group. A footprint around 36 × 15 inches or greater gives\n      these larger Corys useful horizontal swimming and foraging space.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What temperature is best for C005 Pantanal Corys?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      A practical aquarium temperature range is approximately\n      \u003cstrong\u003e73–81°F (23–27°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a pH around\n      \u003cstrong\u003e6.0–7.2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Where do C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish come from?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Pantanal Corys originate from the \u003cstrong\u003ePantanal region of South America\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      The type locality is in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, within the Cussis and\n      Las Petas river systems. The species is also recorded from Brazil.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Are C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish peaceful?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Yes. Despite their relatively large and robust body size, Pantanal\n      Corys are peaceful social catfish and work well with non-aggressive\n      freshwater species that share compatible water requirements.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      What do C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish eat?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Pantanal Corys are omnivorous bottom foragers. Feed high-quality sinking\n      pellets, tablets, or wafers along with frozen or live foods such as\n      bloodworms, brine shrimp, daphnia, Tubifex, and blackworms.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding: 13px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 700; color: #016141;\"\u003e\n      Do Pantanal Corys clean the aquarium?\n    \u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 10px 0 5px 0;\"\u003e\n      Pantanal Corys naturally forage along the aquarium floor, but they\n      should not be treated as aquarium maintenance animals. They require\n      intentional feeding with nutritious sinking foods along with regular\n      water changes and substrate cleaning.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FINAL --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 34px; padding: 22px; background: #016141; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 23px; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\n      C005 Pantanal Cory Catfish at Tropicflow Aquatic\n    \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\n      Add one of the most impressive large Cory-type catfish to your freshwater\n      aquarium with the \u003cstrong\u003eC005 Pantanal Cory Catfish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n      With its robust Brochis body shape, metallic coloration, dramatic adult\n      male reticulated pattern, peaceful temperament, and active social behavior,\n      \u003cstrong\u003eCorydoras pantanalensis\u003c\/strong\u003e is an outstanding choice for\n      Cory enthusiasts and larger peaceful freshwater community aquariums.\n    \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Tropicflow","offers":[{"title":"1 Fish","offer_id":52690074501418,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Fish","offer_id":52690074534186,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Fish – Recommended","offer_id":52690074566954,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6237\/5466\/files\/C005-Pantanal-Cory-Catfish-Corydoras-Pantanalensis-1.jpg?v=1789892456","url":"https:\/\/tropicflow.com\/products\/c005-pantanal-cory-catfish-corydoras-pantanalensis","provider":"Tropicflow","version":"1.0","type":"link"}