Common Name Synodontis Eupterus

Other Common Names Feather Fin Catfish

Scientific Name Synodontis eupterus

Family Mochocidae

Community General

Class Catfish

Temperature 78 ºF

Swimming Range Bottom

Adult Length 5 1/2-6 inches

Feeding Habits Live blood worms, glass worms, brine shrimp and tubifex worms. Frozen plankton, beef heart, glass worms, brine shrimp and blood worms. Freeze dried, pellet and tablet foods also accepted.

Compatibility Peaceful with all types of fish, and will tolerate other synodontis catfish. Habitat Zaire: Moderately decorate with live plants, rocks and driftwood. Breeding Unknown

Additional Comments Synodontis catfish mix well with African Cichlids. Juveniles are brown in color and as they mature they tend to appear gray in color.