Rough purchase size 3-4cm.
The Synodontis Multipunctatus Catfish originates within Lake Tanganyika, Africa. It is silver to gold in color with many black spots arranged in a leopard-like pattern. This species is also known as an upside-down catfish, as it will hang in an inverted position. They are a beautiful catfish and are wonderful scavengers that are not overly aggressive.The Synodontis Multipunctatus Catfish will appreciate a fine sandy bottom with large caves and crevices for hiding places in an aquarium of 50 gallons or more. Sensitive to nitrates, good water conditions are necessary. It prefers a current in the aquarium. It can be kept as a schooling fish or in a tank with other Synodontis species. The Synodontis Multipunctatus Catfish may also be maintained with most African Cichlids of similar size.