Where Does Leopard Synodontis Live?
Synodontis leopardus
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Where to find Leopard Synodontis
- Water type
- freshwater
- Depth
- Typically found in shallow to moderate depths, often near the bottom or amongst submerged vegetation and roots.
- Environment
- Prefers slow-moving to moderately flowing rivers, streams, and associated floodplains. Often found in areas with plenty of cover, such as submerged wood, rocks, and dense aquatic plants. The substrate is usually sandy or muddy.
- Geographic range
- Endemic to the Congo River basin in Central Africa, specifically found in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Republic of Congo.
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