Synodontis Catfish Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Synodontis Catfish in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: omnivore
• Minimum tank size: 30 gallons (for smaller species, larger for bigger species)
• Compatibility: Generally compatible with other medium to large, non-aggressive fish. Avoid very small fish that could be seen as prey. Can be territorial with conspecifics, especially in smaller tanks.
• Special requirements: Requires plenty of hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and dense planting. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred as they enjoy sifting through it. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential due to their often messy eating habits.

Water parameters

Temperature

22-28°C (72-82°F)

pH level

6.0-7.5

Hardness

5-20 dGH

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