🐟 Orangestriped Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis flavitaeniatus)
🐟 Orangestriped Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis flavitaeniatus)
African Catfish • Nocturnal Bottom Dweller • Semi-Peaceful Community Catfish • Striped Pattern Species
📋 The Orangestriped Squeaker Catfish (Synodontis flavitaeniatus) is a rare and visually striking African catfish recognised for its vivid orange striping.
It is a classic nocturnal bottom dweller, remaining hidden during daylight hours and becoming active after lights dim.
With a manageable temperament, it functions well as a semi-peaceful community catfish when kept with medium to large tankmates.
Its bold coloration and sleek body shape define it as a distinctive striped pattern species suited to well-structured freshwater aquariums.
💡 Highlights
✨ Bright Orange Striping: Rare and eye-catching colour pattern
🌙 Nocturnal Bottom Dweller: Most active at night
⚪ Semi-Peaceful Community Catfish: Compatible with robust fish
🛡️ Armored Body: Thick skin and bony protection
📏 Rare Synodontis Species: Uncommon in the aquarium trade
🧾 A Quick Look at the Orangestriped Squeaker Catfish
📛 Common Name: Orangestriped Squeaker Catfish
🔬 Scientific Name: Synodontis flavitaeniatus
👨👩👧 Family: Mochokidae
🌍 Origin: Central Africa
📏 Max Size: 15–18 cm (≈ 6–7″)
💧 pH Range: 6.5–7.8
🌡️ Temperature Range: 24–28 °C (≈ 75–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Moderate
💖 Temperament: Semi-peaceful
🏠 Min Tank Size: 200 L (≈ 55 gallons)
📌 Tank Level: Bottom–Midwater
🧬 Captive Bred: ❌ No
🌿 Wild Caught: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: 8–12 years
🍽️ Diet: Omnivore
🐣 Reproduction: Rare in captivity

















