Synodontis Petricola 2-2,5cm
Synodontis Petricola 2-2,5cm

Synodontis Petricola 2-2,5cm

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Synodontis petricola 2-2.5 cm

Small, active and sociable African catfish from Lake Tanganyika

The Synodontis petricola is a catfish native to Lake Tanganyika. Very popular with aquarists, it is robust, sociable and compatible with many African cichlids.

Behaviour & maintenance

A gregarious, lively species that loves rocky areas. Keep in groups of 5 or 6 in an aquarium of at least 200 L. Powerful, stable filtration(external filters) recommended.

Diet

Omnivorous to carnivorous: worms, crustaceans, tablets for bottom-dwelling fish. Vary with our food for African fish.

Water quality

  • Temperature: 24 - 27°C
  • pH: 7.8 - 8.8
  • GH: 10 - 20 °dGH
  • KH : 8 - 15 °KH
  • Conductivity: 500 - 800 µS

Decor & environment

Install stable rocks and hiding places with fine sand. Lighting can be supported with our aquarium lighting.

Maintenance sheet

Scientific name Synodontis petricola
Adult size 10 - 12 cm
Origin Lake Tanganyika (Africa)
Temperature 24 - 27 °C
pH 7.8 - 8.8
GH 10 - 20 °dGH
KH 8 - 15 °KH
Conductivity 500 - 800 µS
Life expectancy 10 - 12 years
Behaviour Regular, active
Living zone Bottom / middle
Minimum volume 200 L
Diet Omnivore with carnivorous tendencies

Aquabota tip

Ideal for Tanganyika cichlids: robust and non-aggressive.

Shipping & delivery of live fish

The fish are shipped with care in suitable isothermal packaging.

Shipment organisation

  • France Express (France, Belgium, Luxembourg)
  • Closing: Monday 10.00 am
  • France: Tuesday-Thursday | Belgium & Luxembourg: Tuesday-Wednesday
categorie
Poissons tropicaux
origine
Élevés en captivité
espece
Poissons-chats divers
nom latin
Synodontis Petricola 2-2,5cm
Famille Biotope
Mochokidae / Lac Tanganyika
Taille adulte
10–12 cm
Volume minimum du bac
150 L
Zone de vie
Fond
Comportement
Paisible
Régime alimentaire
Omnivore
Température
24–28 °C
pH
7.8–9.0
GH
10–20 °dGH
KH
8–15 °dKH
Origine géographique
Lac Tanganyika
Reproduction
Ovipare, incubation buccale partielle
Espérance de vie
8–10 ans
Sexe
Faible
Niveau de difficulté
Intermédiaire
Compatibilité
Cichlidés Tanganyika
DELIVERY OF LIVE ANIMALS – FRANCE EXPRESS

Delivery of live animals with France Express (mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg)

When will my order be shipped?
We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays only. No shipments are made from Wednesday to Sunday inclusive.

Any order containing live animals must be placed before Monday at 10:00 am.
It will be shipped on Monday or Tuesday of the same week, depending on the destination.

How long will it take for my order to be delivered?
Delivery takes 24 hours (48 hours maximum) on weekdays.

No deliveries are made on weekends.

How will my order be shipped?
Via France Express, a carrier approved for the transport of animals.

Delivery is secure and the packaging is suitable (insulated boxes).
We add refrigerated packs in summer and heat packs in winter.

Where do you deliver?
Throughout mainland France, Belgium and Luxembourg.

Important: no deliveries will be made to pick-up points.

Do I need to be at home to receive the parcel?
Yes, you must be present.

You must be available at the specified time slot so that the delivery driver can hand-deliver the parcel.

Live animals are transported separately from other items. AquaBota is entitled to postpone a shipment in the event of adverse weather conditions.

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