Synodontis ocellifer

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Ocellated Synodontis
Ocellated Synodontis
Species Synodontis ocellifer
Difficulty Moderate
Min. Tank Size 757.082 liters
757,082.356 mL

200 US Gallons (757.1L)

Size 19.685 in

45-50 cm (17.7-19.7")

pH 7.5 - 7.8
Temp. 296.15 K
73.4 °F
533.07 °R

300.15 K
80.6 °F
540.27 °R
23 -27 °C (73.4-80.6°F)

Water Hardness

6-10

Stocking Ratio 1:1 M:F
Availability Uncommon
Diet

Omnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Other (See article)

Life Span

5-10 years

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[edit] Alternative names

Ocellated Synodontis

[edit] Sexing

Unknown

[edit] Tank compatibility

Can pose a threat to very small fish or fry, peaceful towards larger fish.

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[edit] Environment Specifics

Unknown

[edit] Behaviour

Unknown

[edit] Identification

This fish has a pale yellowish-brown body with black spots. Some specimens have lighter background coloration or minimal spotting. The characteristic to look for when comparing with other similar spotted species is the adipose fin. In S. ocellifer is is very long running almost from caudal to dorsal fin.

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