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Upside Down Catfish
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Upside Down fish for sale ready to add to your aquarium. Upside Down catfish have been popular since the days of ancient Egypt!
Nearly all African catfish fall into the Synodontis family. AFS carries a few others, such as electric catfish and glass catfish found in other sections. Synodontis are upside down catfish, with long barbed dorsal fins and some striking patterns. They are easy to care for, eat just about anything, and get along with nearly all fish, including small tetras. They squeak as a form of communicating.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Synodontis nigriventris |
| Origin | Congo River basin, Africa |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 4" |
| Lifespan | 10 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 72–80°F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 |
| Group Size | Does best in a group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 2" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them caves, rocks or driftwood to hide in, and good filtration. They are most active at night.
Feeding: Feed sinking pellets once a day, ideally in the evening. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms.
Tankmates: They get along with most fish of similar size, including many cichlids. They may eat very small fish.
Good to know: Upside down catfish really do spend most of their time swimming belly-up under leaves and wood.
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