Network Sole
NameNetwork Sole
Scientific NameBrachirus pan
Common NamesNetwork Sole, Pan Sole, Reticulated Sole
FamilySoleidae
OriginAsia, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesArcherfish, Molly, Guppy, Bumblebee Goby, Knight Goby
Description
The Network Sole is a unique flatfish recognized by its distinctive reticulated pattern across its body. Primarily a brackish water species, it can adapt to freshwater environments but thrives best in slightly saline conditions. These peaceful bottom dwellers spend their time foraging for small invertebrates on the substrate.
