Catfish Synodontis Eupterus 1″
$9.13
- Date Received: 03/30/2026
- Size: 1"+
- LOC: 209
Discount per quantity
| Quantity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 - 4 | $9.13 |
| 5 - 9 | $8.12 |
| 10+ | $7.13 |
40 in stock
| Care Level | Moderate |
|---|---|
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Diet | Omnivorous (flake, freeze dried, pellet, frozen, vegetables, live foods) |
| Water Conditions | Temperature: 72-78°F, pH: 7.8-8.6, Stable Parameters are key. |
| Max Size | up to 8 inches but can grow to 12 inches given the tank size |
| Scientific Name | Synodontis eupterus |
| Species / Family | Mochokidae |
| Minimum Tank Size | is 55 gallons, though a 75-gallon or larger tank is preferred if you plan to keep other active community fish or multiple bottom dwellers |
| Compatibility | Good tank mates for the Synodontis eupterus include medium-to-large community fish like Rainbowfish Fast-moving and peaceful mid-water swimmers that hold their own without bothering the bottom-dwelling catfish. Robust schooling fish such as Rosie Barb, Gold barb, Denison Barb. African cichlids (like yellow labidochromis or kribensis) or New World cichlids that match their size and temperament. Gourami and larger tetra that are too big to fit into the catfish's mouth. Plecos or heavy-bodied bottom fish that can share space without direct aggression. |
| Avoid Housing With | anything that can fit in their mouths like neon tetras, micro rasboras, or ember tetras will be viewed as food or small bottom dwellers like ottos, small cory cats, or bumblebee gobies |
| Location | 209 |
| Date Received | 03/30/2026 |
| Current Size | 1"+ |
Description
PJS Freshwater Tropical Catfish Synodontis Eupterus
It is a long-lived African catfish is identified by its tall, fringed, feather-like dorsal fin, a stocky dark brown body covered in spots, and specialized branched barbels around its mouth and usually maxes out around 8 inches (20 cm) and require a minimum of 40 gallon aquarium with a sandy bottom as not to hurt their barbells. Have plenty of driftwood, rockwork and caves for them to hide in. Generally peaceful with similarly sized or larger community fish. Can show mild territorial behavior toward bottom-dwelling conspecifics or similar shapes if hiding spots are lacking. Can be kept with medium-to-large active community fish like rainbowfish, large tetras, and barbs, as well as semi-aggressive African cichlids. They are opportunistic bottom-feeders.
Additional information
| Weight | .5 lbs |
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