Fishician®Diet
Omnivore – sinking pellets, algae wafers, frozen bloodworms, snails, invertebrates
Aquarium species profile
Synodontis Catfish
Synodontis multipunctatus · Africa (Lake Tanganyika)
Minimum tank55 gal
Adult size10"
Care levelModerate
TemperamentSemi-Aggressive
Temperature73–81°F
pH range7.8–9.0
Compatible tank mates
Tanganyikan cichlids (Frontosa, Tropheus, Julidochromis), other Synodontis
Tank mates to avoid
Small fish it can swallow, very peaceful community fish
Care notes
Known as the 'cuckoo catfish' — parasitizes mouthbrooding cichlids by sneaking eggs into their broods. Hardy and adaptable. Nocturnal but can be active during the day when comfortable.
Check the whole aquarium. Tank size alone does not establish compatibility. Confirm adult size, water overlap, social grouping, territory, diet, and the individual animals before stocking.