Decorated squeaker - Synodontis decorus

Scientific name: Synodontis decorus

Common name: Decorated squeaker

Family: Mochokidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 20 - 30 cm (7.87 - 11.81 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.6 - 7.5

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 20°N (71.43 - 357.14ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 28 °C (71.6 - 82.4°F)

The way how these fish reproduce: Spawning

Where the species comes from: Africa

Temperament to its own species: peaceful

Temperament toward other fish species: aggressive to smaller

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and feeding

Generally not a fussy eater so quality flake, sinking pellets should be used for the staple diet. Decorated squeaker will also require treats of live or frozen Krill, blood worms, and brine shrimp.

Origin

Africa; Decorated squeakers are found in the Lower Congo regions of Zaire

Sexing

Although there are no visible differences between the sexes, if the fish is turned over it can be vented.

Breeding

As of yet, there are no reported cases of Synodontis decorus breeding in the aquarium.

Lifespan

The expected life span for Synodontis decorus is 5-8 years.

Short description

Add rock work, driftwood and piping to provide hiding places in the tank. Decorated squeakers are a peaceful species but have been known to eat tiny tank mates. It will hold its own against larger tank mates but avoid fin nippers who may be tempted by its extended dorsal fin. This fish can even be kept with the larger American cichlids.

Pictures

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