Syno lucipinnis will stay smaller than petricola and looks very similar. They prefer to be with others of their species as well.
Synodontis in Planted Tanks?
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I have what looks like a Synodontis eupterus which is 6" + in my planted 90 and he/she I think it's female gives me a run for my money, I have seen them bigger. I would agree a group of cories would be better. Once the plants get or if they are establish and rooted I think that improves your chances.
I was planning on Cories, but I didn't know how well the Synos would do. Thanks for all the help! 
Yeah synodontis nigriventris/upside down catfish work better they're smaller, 9-10 cm/just under 4" i think. they need decor that they can hide upside down under though, like an overhanging branch/broad leaf or something. They're unique fish, need to get my hands on some, but I can't find anywhere they have them right now -.-
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absolutely... mine have a slate/river rock tower they hardly ever come out from. they love their little pad. :grinyes: even my b/n's like to bunk with them from time to time. very peaceful fish... i just love when they come out far enough to get a good look at them. reminds me of my uncles old s/w tank full of surprises lurking in the dark/sifting sand/etc.. i know, i'm a little :screwy: with my favorite fish being the ones i hardly ever see. :huh:
LOL!
I saw some today at the pet store but I don't quite trust the store and I just don't know how well they do once they are transferred to my tank, or if they are sick or anything.
I saw some today at the pet store but I don't quite trust the store and I just don't know how well they do once they are transferred to my tank, or if they are sick or anything.
