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Species Profiles -> Catfish -> Upside-Down Catfish

 

Upside-Down Catfish (Synodontis nigriventris)

Synonyms:
Striped Talking Catfish, Humbug Catfish

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Stats:

Adult Size: 7" (17.5 cm)
Temp: 74-86 F (23-30 C)
Tank: 36 " (90 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Hiding places a must, as you will probably not see this fish much. Very nocturnal.
Diet:
Small invertebrates, Shrimp and other sinking pellets taken also. Anything that lands on them. Will crunch on smaller snails and shrimp.
Breeding:
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Sociability:
Not very picky, may eat smaller tankmates or fry.
Related Spec:
(Agamyxis pectinifrons) Spotted Rafael Catfish
Special Info:

This catfish is part of a family that croaks when netted or removed from the water.

 

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