🐟 False Upside-Down Catfish (Synodontis nigrita)
African Catfish • Bottom–Midwater Swimmer • Peaceful Community Catfish • Armored Nocturnal Species
 
📋 The False Upside-Down Catfish (Synodontis nigrita) is a distinctive African catfish known for its spotted pattern and calm demeanor.
Although related to true upside-down species, it behaves primarily as an armored nocturnal species, becoming most active during low-light periods.
Thanks to its adaptable temperament, it functions well as a peaceful community catfish when kept with appropriately sized tankmates.
Its ability to move between zones makes it a versatile bottom–midwater swimmer, well suited to structured aquariums with hiding spaces.
 
💡 Highlights
✨ Spotted African Pattern: Natural dark spotting on light body
🌙 Armored Nocturnal Species: Most active at night
⚪ Peaceful Community Catfish: Calm and compatible
🛡️ Protective Bony Plates: Natural armored body
📏 Hardy & Adaptable: Tolerates stable conditions well