Synodontis Ocellifer

The Synodontis ocellerifer was described by Boulenger in 1900. It is found in the Senegal and Chad regions of Africa. Growing to a length of 8”, is it usually found singly, hiding out in caves during the day. It can make a good scavenger for an African Cichlid aquarium, though it may not tolerate other Synodontis cats. A silver gray body with multiple small black dots and a forked tail, the Ocellifer will mostly be active at night or when food is added to the aquarium. It needs to be treated as a smooth skin catfish when treating for parasite infestations. It is not unusual to find this fish hovering “upside-down” inside of a cave since many Synodontis behave this way. Their diet should include meaty foods (blood worms) and some vegetable based sinking pellets. If properly maintained, the Ocellifer can live for many years.

Approximate Arrival Size for Synodontis Ocellifer: 1.5 to 3 in.; Large: 4 to 5 in.

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