One spot squeaker - Synodontis notatus

Scientific name: Synodontis notatus

Common name: One spot squeaker

Family: Mochokidae

Usual size in fish tanks: 20 - 25 cm (7.87 - 9.84 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7.5

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 12°N (71.43 - 214.29ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 26 °C (71.6 - 78.8°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: peaceful

Usual place in the tank: Bottom levels

Food and feeding

Large quality flakes and catfish pellets will be relished, caution must be taken when feeding as these fish can bite.

Origin

These catfish originate from the Congo area of Africa.

Sexing

It is believed that the redness of the dorsal fin on the male intensifies during spawning season.

Breeding

There are no reported successes at breeding One spot squeaker in the aquarium, although in the Far East research is being carried out to breed these.

Lifespan

Expected life span of Synodontis notatus is 8-12 years.

Short description

Synodontis notatus do not like their own species, especially when juveniles, fights will often break out with a lot of mouth wrestling. Hiding places should be provided in the tank and as the fish matures be prepared to upgrade to a larger tank. Care should be taken with this fish when handling as the pectoral fins contain spines.

Pictures

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