................Feather-Fin Catfish
Other names:...........none Origin:......................Africa Max size:..................10" PH:............-..............6.4-7.4 Temperature:...........72-79 F. Min tank size:..........50 gallons Food:.........................live foods, sinking tablets |
This catfish is fairly widespread from the White Nile throughout West
Africa (also Lake Tchad, Niger, Volta, etc.). It is found in mainly
still water.I have never heard of Synodontis eupterus being bred in
captivity. I keep mine in a 55-gallon with various Pelvicachromis with
no problems. It is now 4" SL and is usually peaceful, but I have heard
of older specimens being agressive. It stays in a cave in the tank's
corner all day, but at night it is very active. I feed it Wardley
Shrimp Pellets, but when hungry it gladly scavenges. I have been told
it relishes chopped earthworms. Don't keep it with fin-nippers! Mine
has a beautiful dorsal fin. Peat extract or peat filtration is a good idea.
Many thanks to Matt Null for sharing this information!
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