These cories have a silver speckled body with a black striped dorsal fin. As with all cories they prefer to be in largish groups. They also prefer a sandy substrate to protect their delicate barbels. 

Found in northern Amazon and Orinoco fringe. 

Maximum size: 4.9cm

Lifespan: 5-8 years

Temperature: 22-26 degrees celsius

Tank requirements: Filter & Oxygen, Heater

Tank Mates: Other freshwater tropical fish.

Feeding: Good Quality Flake or Pellets and live or frozen food.