Dwarf Petricola (Synodontis lucipinnis)

Fish in the family Mochokidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameSynodontis lucipinnis

FamilyMochokidae

Also known asLucipinnis Catfish, False Petricola

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentPeaceful

Dietomnivore

Adult size4 in

Minimum tank size40 gallons

Water parametersTemp 75-82°F, pH 7.5-9, GH 10-25 dGH

Appearance

Small spotted Synodontis with a shorter humeral process than petricola; pale body, dark spots, white fin margins.

Difficulty and care for the Dwarf Petricola

Easy

Origin and habitat

Lake Tanganyika, Africa

Keeper notes

Peaceful schooling catfish, often sold mixed in with S. petricola. Safe with cichlids; may eat dwarf shrimp.

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