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🐟 Clown Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis decorus) - Freshwater Aquarium Fish

🐟 Clown Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis decorus)

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🐟 Clown Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis decorus)

African Catfish • Nocturnal Bottom Dweller • Semi-Peaceful Display Catfish • Long-Fin Species

 

📋 The Clown Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis decorus) is a striking African catfish admired for its bold spotted pattern and flowing fins.
Primarily active after dark, it is a true nocturnal bottom dweller, spending daylight hours resting among caves and décor.
With a confident presence and moderate temperament, it serves well as a semi-peaceful display catfish in spacious aquariums.
Its elongated finnage and elegant swimming style define it as a distinctive long-fin species suited to large, well-structured tanks.

 

💡 Highlights

Clown-Like Spotted Pattern: High-contrast spots and bands
🌙 Nocturnal Bottom Dweller: Most active at night
Semi-Peaceful Display Catfish: Best with robust tankmates
🪶 Elongated Flowing Fins: Decorative fin extensions
📏 Large Showpiece Catfish: Eye-catching centerpiece fish

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🧾 A Quick Look at the Clown Squeaker Catfish

 

📛 Common Name: Clown Squeaker Catfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Synodontis decorus
👨‍👩‍👧 Family: Mochokidae
🌍 Origin: Central Africa (Congo River Basin)
📏 Max Size: 25–30 cm (≈ 10–12″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.8
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Semi-peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 300 L (≈ 80 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom–Midwater
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
Lifespan: 10–15 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Rare in captivity

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