Synodontis Pulcher
📖 Overview
Synodontis Pulcher (Synodontis pulcher), first described by Poll, 1971 is a medium-sized fish in the family Mochokidae (order Siluriformes). Adults typically reach 15.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Mochokidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Synodontis Pulcher is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Synodontis Pulcher is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Oviparous . Distinct pairing during breeding .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical; 22°C - 28°C ; 4°S - 5°S known only from the type locality, Pool Malebo (=Stanley Pool) (middle Congo River basin) in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Synodontis Pulcher.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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