I am just a little concerened because it has done this in the past and the re-appeared, but he/she has been missing for a while. My syno is almost 10 years old so I hope that I have not lost him/her.
Synodontis pictures please............... post!!
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oh no... please let me know... i hope for the best..good job having him 10 years... i hope nothing happened to him.. i never did get a clear answer about their life span... i will try to find out again.. mine are about 8 years..fishman256;2952734; said:
beautiful snyo's liz. i llike your frontosus alot. i also want to get one now. i will check synodotis ocellifer on the net n keep you posted. thanx for the info lizRed Devil;2951900; said:
Good news. My syno is still alive and fat lol. More photos to come once he/she gets into a better position.
Haha..thats great... 10 years old just snoozes more... he is awesome.. and more pics please..eupterus and by the way... life span is 18 years..
Featherfin catfish ( common name ) Synodontis eupterus ( fish name )
This fish will accept quality flakes, sinking pellets and algae wafers. Try to include foods that contain spirulina and give an occasional treat of blood worms.
Origin
The Featherfin catfish originates from the African continent, it is found on the rivers and waterways.
Sexing
There are no visible differences between the sexes.
Breeding
These are egg layers but as of this dater there are no reported cases of them breeding in the aquarium.
Lifespan
Expected life span is 18 years.
Short description
This fish can be difficult to care for. It is very territorial but will tolerate larger tank mates, the larger African cichlids are ideal. They need hiding places in the tank, these can be provided with rocks and wood, they are also perfectly safe with live plants.
Featherfin catfish ( common name ) Synodontis eupterus ( fish name )
- Maximum size (min-max): 18 - 22 cm ( 7.09 - 8.66 in )
- pH of water: 6 - 7.5
- Water hardness (dGH): 12 - 16 °N
- Recommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C ( 71.6 - 78.8 °F )
- Temperament to its family: peaceful (read this answer)
- Temperament to other fish species: peaceful (read this answer)
- Place in the aquarium: Bottom levels
- The way of breeding: Spawning
- Fish origin: Africa
This fish will accept quality flakes, sinking pellets and algae wafers. Try to include foods that contain spirulina and give an occasional treat of blood worms.
Origin
The Featherfin catfish originates from the African continent, it is found on the rivers and waterways.
Sexing
There are no visible differences between the sexes.
Breeding
These are egg layers but as of this dater there are no reported cases of them breeding in the aquarium.
Lifespan
Expected life span is 18 years.
Short description
This fish can be difficult to care for. It is very territorial but will tolerate larger tank mates, the larger African cichlids are ideal. They need hiding places in the tank, these can be provided with rocks and wood, they are also perfectly safe with live plants.
thanks for adding him,.... now he is different.. i will have to learn more about him...janzal3;3034108; said:My greedy eater. Synodontis schoutedeni
I've had four of the Synodontis cats: Eupterus, schoutedeni, angelicus, and brichardi. I never saw the brichardi. It was like a ghost. The angelicus came out sometimes. But the other two swam around and were nice additions to the community.
