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