Where Does Upside-down Catfish Live?

Upside-down Catfish lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Upside-down Catfish

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep waters, often near the surface or amongst submerged vegetation and roots.

Environment

Native to slow-moving rivers, streams, and lakes with dense vegetation, submerged roots, and driftwood. They prefer shaded areas.

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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