The False Network Cory is known from tributaries of the upper Amazon river in north-western Brazil and the Rio Yavari, Loreto, Peru. This is a small, peaceful, bottom-dwelling catfish that is ideal for mature, community aquaria. Gregarious by nature, False Network Corydoras should be kept in groups of 5 or more; this will not only create a beautiful display, but it will give these sociable, shoaling fish much more confidence to venture out into the open. Unfortunately, False Network Corydoras tend to be quite prone to barbel infections/erosion, so it is vitally important that the fish are kept on a soft sand substrate (rather than gravel where waste can build up unseen) in order to protect these delicate sensory organs. Regular maintenance, including frequent partial water changes, should be carried out in order to keep these fish in good condition. Provide some shady retreats amongst bogwood and areas of dense planting, and keep only with small, peaceable tankmates, such as some of the smaller sized characins/cyprinids/anabantoids or dwarf cichlids. Corydoras have the ability to breathe air intestinally, so a small gap should be left between the surface of the water and the cover slides in order for the fish to come up to the surface and take air in. It may do this numerous times per day
- Species – Corydoras Sodalis
- Common Name – False Network Cory
- Origin – South America
- Diet – omnivore
- PH Range – 6 – 7.5
- Temperature – Tropical 20°c – 25°c
- Breed Type – Egg Layer
- Maxc Size – approximately 5cm
- Sex – Un-sexed