Sands' Cory (Corydoras davidsandsi)
Fish in the family Callichthyidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameCorydoras davidsandsi
FamilyCallichthyidae
Also known asDavid Sands' Cory, Davidsandsi Cory
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size2.2 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 73-81°F, pH 5.0-7.0, GH 1-12 dGH
Appearance
Resembles adolfoi but with a wider gap between eye-band and dorsal stripe; black dorsal stripe and orange nape patch on a white body.
Difficulty and care for the Sands' Cory
Moderate
Origin and habitat
Brazil (Rio Unini, Rio Negro tributary)
Keeper notes
Peaceful blackwater cory.
Log Sands' Cory in your reef tank
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