{"product_id":"panda-garra","title":"Panda Garra","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Garra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact, energetic algae-grazing freshwater fish with bold dark-and-light banding and a constantly active personality. At the supplier's current 3–5 cm size, it is an excellent choice for mature planted aquariums, river-style setups and community tanks where good oxygenation, stable water and plenty of surfaces for biofilm grazing are available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass \u0026amp; Gill's supplier lists this fish as \u003cstrong\u003e“Garra rufa Panda”\u003c\/strong\u003e under SKU AE-0305. In the aquarium trade, the name \u003cstrong\u003ePanda Garra\u003c\/strong\u003e is most commonly associated with \u003cem\u003eGarra flavatra\u003c\/em\u003e. Because the supplier does not provide a scientific identification on its listing, we are keeping the product identity conservative rather than claiming provenance that has not been supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love Them\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive panda-like banding and an unusual sucker-disc mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive, entertaining behaviour throughout the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrazes biofilm and soft algae from rocks, wood and hard surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in mature planted and high-oxygen community aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStays much smaller than many traditional algae-eating fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 8–9 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 90 cm tank length preferred for adults\/groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–27°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e omnivorous grazer; biofilm and algae should be supplemented with quality sinking foods, algae-based foods and occasional protein-rich frozen foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanda Garras are generally peaceful community fish, but they are active and can establish a social pecking order. They are best kept in a mature aquarium with good oxygenation, strong filtration and plenty of hardscape. They can be kept with other peaceful, active community fish that appreciate similar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood tank-mate direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Danios, Rasboras, Barbs, peaceful loaches, Corydoras and other robust community fish with compatible temperature and water requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e slow or very delicate tank mates, poorly oxygenated aquariums, immature tanks with little biofilm, and open-topped aquariums. Panda Garras are capable jumpers and climbers, so a tight-fitting lid is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide smooth rocks, wood and other hard surfaces where natural biofilm can develop. Moderate-to-strong water movement, high dissolved oxygen and bright enough lighting to encourage natural grazing surfaces suit this fish especially well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSupplier identity note:\u003c\/em\u003e Supplier trade name is “Garra rufa Panda”. The recognised aquarium trade name Panda Garra is commonly applied to \u003cem\u003eGarra flavatra\u003c\/em\u003e, but supplier scientific identity is not provided, so we do not claim a specific locality or lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gg-buyers-guide\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan your aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/the-complete-intermediate-guide-to-aquarium-mastery\/how-to-build-a-better-community-aquarium\"\u003eadult stocking and compatibility\u003c\/a\u003e before buying, and browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aquatic-plants\"\u003eaquatic plants, where compatible\u003c\/a\u003e when completing a suitable setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Glass And Gill","offers":[{"title":"3-5CM","offer_id":53980336980262,"sku":"AE-0305","price":165.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/garra-rufa-panda.jpg?v=1790766571","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/panda-garra","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}