Angel squeaker
📖 Overview
Angel squeaker (Synodontis angelicus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Mochokidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 55 cm. With a trophic level of 2.8, it is an omnivore, consuming both plant and animal matter. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Angel squeaker is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Angel squeaker is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; pH range: 6.0 - 8.0; dH range: 5 - 19. Tropical; 24°C - 28°C ; 3°N - 10°S central forest, but including Pool Malebo (=Stanley Pool) and the drainages of the Kasai and Ubangi (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Angel Squeaker · Angelicus · Black Clown Catfish · Pearl Squeaker · Polkadot Squeaker · Whitespotted Squeaker · angel catfish · spotted upside-down catfish |
| 🇩🇰Danish | Englemalle · Gøgemalle |
| 🇩🇪German | Perlhuhnwels |
| 🇷🇺Russian | сомик ангельский |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Synodontis angelicus zonatus | Poll | 1933 | Synonym |
| Synodontis tholloni | Boulenger | 1901 | Synonym |
| Synodontis werneri | Boeseman | 1957 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Angel squeaker.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 77 records indexed .
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