Description of Synodontis Ocellifer
There are several color forms of the Synodontis Ocellifer available. Some have color in the finnage, while others have almost no color other than their large spots. The large spot variety, which is the most attractive of the color forms, used to be quite rare but is fairly common now.
Although this Synodontis (like most of this genus) gets rather large, reaching up to 8″ (20 cm) when mature, it is an excellent addition to a large community aquarium. The Synodontis Ocellifer are fairly hardy fish and are not difficult to keep in a well maintained environment.The Synodontis Ocellifer Catfish comes from various river systems of Western Africa and is a peaceful bottom scavenger. It is yellowish to brown with many black spots.
A 50 gallon or larger aquarium with stable temperature, and plenty of rocks and plants provides a suitable environment. The Synodontis Ocellifer Catfish is a very peaceful tank member and appreciates having several hiding places.
Synodontis Ocellifer Catfish are omnivores and should be offered sinking catfish pellets, freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex, and a good quality flake food.
synodontis ocellifer
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Ostariophysi
Family: Siluriformes
Genus: Synodontis
Species: S. Ocellifer
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Description of Synodontis Eupterus
The Synodontis Eupterus Catfish is also known as the Featherfin Squeaker and is from the rivers and lakes of Africa. The fish’s habitat is located in Chad, Niger. It is a wide-bodied catfish and is pale in coloration with many black spots. This species is also known as an upside-down catfish, as it will hang in an inverted position. These fish are usually kept singly in aquaria due to their territorial and aggressive nature when they reach maturity, but several can be kept in large, public aquaria.
As a digger, the Synodontis Eupterus Catfish will appreciate a fine sandy bottom with large roots and crevices for hiding places in a tank of 50 gallons or more. Sensitive to nitrates, good water conditions are necessary. It prefers a current in the aquarium. It can be kept as a schooling fish or in a tank with other Synodontis species. The Synodontis Eupterus Catfish may also be maintained with most African Cichlids of similar size.
Synodontis Catfish are omnivores and should be offered sinking catfish pellets, freeze-dried bloodworms and tubifex, plus a good quality flake food.
synodontis eupterus
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Ostariophysi
Family: Siluriformes
Genus: Synodontis
Species: S. eupterus
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Description of Guppy
The guppy (Poecilia reticulata), also known as the millionfish, is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish species in the worldIt is a small member of the Poecilidae family (females 4-6 centimetres long, males 2½-3½ centimetres long) and like all other members of the family, is live-bearing.
The guppy prefers a hard water aquarium and can withstand levels of salinity up to 150% that of normal sea water. Guppies are generally peaceful, though nipping behaviour is sometimes exhibited between male guppies or towards other top swimmers like platys and swordtails and occasionally other fish with prominent fins such as angelfish. Guppy breeding by aquarists produces variations in appearance ranging from color consistency to fantails and “spike” swordtails. Selective breeding has created an avid “fancy guppy” collector group, while the “wild” guppy maintains its popularity as one of the hardiest aquarium fish.
Specially designed livebearer birthing tanks, which can be suspended inside the aquarium, are available from aquatic retailers. Well planted tanks that offer a lot of barriers to adult guppies will shelter the young quite well. Java moss, Duckweed (Lemna Minor), and Water Wisteria are all excellent choices.
guppy
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Cyprinodontiformes
Family: Poeciliidae
Genus: Poecilia
Species: P. reticulata
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