How big do synodontis petricola catfish get?

How big do synodontis petricola catfish get?

The maximum standard length of all known specimens is 11.5 centimetres (4.5 in) and a total length of 13.5 centimetres (5.3 in). In general in Synodontis species, females tend to be slightly larger than males of the same age.

How big do petricola catfish grow?

Synodontis Petricola, also known as the pygmy leopard catfish, is a catfish which grows to a length of approximately 4 inches. Native to Lake Tanganyika in Eastern Africa, this species is rare and highly sought amongst aquarists.

Can synodontis catfish live with cichlids?

There are many types of synodontis catfish! With the exception of synodontis nigriventris, the type that swims upside down, most of them are cichlid compatible catfish. Their diet consists of some meat-based food, detritus and algae.

Do synodontis catfish need to be in groups?

Sometimes called Synodontis Lace Catfish for the pattern of their spots, this species does well singly or in groups of three or four per 20-gallon tank. This helps prevent inter-species aggression as each fish cause distractions for the others.

Are synodontis Lucipinnis aggressive?

But only if they are in an aquarium with roommates they are quiet, small and slightly aggressive, otherwise they come out at night or “coup wind” during food distributions.

Are Synodontis bottom feeders?

Synodontis catfish are bottom feeders with a striking appearance. Most fish keepers like to have some bottom feeders in their aquarium. They can do a great job of mopping up little pieces of food that larger, messier fish leave behind.

Are Synodontis aggressive?

Temperament: Semi-aggressive – Though basically a peaceful fish, they will harass other bottom feeders. Compatible with: Same species – conspecifics: Yes – They can be kept with other Synodontis if the tank is large with many hiding places.

What do synodontis petricola eat?

Feeding. The Synodontis Petricola is omnivorous, eating meaty foods, packaged foods, and vegetable matter. The staple of their diet should consist of high-quality packaged food as well as a generous supplement of live foods. Live foods can consist of worms, shrimp, and even small fish.

Do petricola catfish eat algae?

With beautiful finnage and a relatively gentle temperament, synodontis catfish are omnivorous scavengers that will eat algae, pellets, flakes and even live food if they’re larger than it.

What is the scientific name for Synodontis petricola?

More recently Synodontis lucipinnis was described in 2006 by Wright & Page. Frequently in literature pictures of S. lucipinnis have been labeled as S. petricola and there were many years when this species was referred to as S. petricola sp.”dwarf” so confusion is justified.

What’s the difference between Synodontis petricola and lucipinnis?

What is very important is that Synodontis petricola has an axillary pore and Synodontis lucipinnis does not. This pore can be seen in close up photographs, I have stared for long periods trying to see this on the fish themselves without much luck and a person would have to be fairly sharp-eyed to spot this.

Where did the Synodontis petricola catfish come from?

Both species come to us from the fascinating waters of Lake Tanganyika, one of the Rift Lakes of East Africa. Well known for its diversity of fishes the catfish from the lake are no exception. Synodontis petricola was first scientifically described by Mathes in 1959. More recently Synodontis lucipinnis was described in 2006 by Wright & Page.

Is the Synodontis petricola an egg scatterer?

S. petricola is reported to be an egg scatterer with some success separating the sexes for awhile, then bringing a male and female together in a tank.