🐟 Featherfin Catfish (Synodontis eupterus)
🐟 Featherfin Catfish (Synodontis eupterus)
African Catfish • Nocturnal Bottom Dweller • Hardy Community Catfish • Sailfin Dorsal Species
📋 The Featherfin Catfish (Synodontis eupterus) is a striking African catfish best known for its tall, flowing dorsal fin and spotted body pattern.
This species is a true nocturnal bottom dweller, remaining hidden by day and becoming active after lights dim.
Thanks to its resilience and adaptability, it is widely regarded as a hardy community catfish when kept with appropriately sized tankmates.
Its dramatic fin display and confident swimming style define it as a distinctive sailfin dorsal species for large freshwater aquariums.
💡 Highlights
✨ Tall Feather-Like Dorsal Fin: Dramatic sail-shaped fin
🌙 Nocturnal Bottom Dweller: Most active at night
⚪ Hardy Community Catfish: Tough and adaptable
🛡️ Armored Body: Thick skin and bony protection
📏 Large Display Catfish: Bold presence in big tanks
🧾 A Quick Look at the Featherfin Catfish
📛 Common Name: Featherfin Catfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Synodontis eupterus
👨👩👧 Family: Mochokidae
🌍 Origin: Central & West Africa
📏 Max Size: 20–23 cm (≈ 8–9″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.8
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Easy–Moderate
💖 Temperament: Semi-peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 250 L (≈ 65 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom–Midwater
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 10–15 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Rare in captivity

















