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Synodontis longirostris Boulenger, 1902

Image contributors to this species:

Hippocampus Bildarchiv (3) Danny Blundell (2) Johnny Jensen's Photographic Library (1) Serge Mevellec (1) Allan James (2)

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Relevant Information:

As the specific name implies this species has a long nose and it typifies this Synodontis. The mouth is also down turned. Aquarium Care: A large tank would be needed as this is quite a large species, although its temperament is quite good. Diet: Will take the usual aquarium fare.

Common Name:

Long-Nosed Synodontis

Synonyms:

Synodontis ovidus

Family:

Mochokidae

Distribution:

Africa: Congo basin. Type locality: Rivière Yembe à Banzyville.

Size:

50.0cm. (20ins)

Temp:

21-24°C (69-75°F)

p.H.

6.2-7.5.

Reference:

Breder, C.M. and D.E. Rosen, 1966. Modes of reproduction in fishes. T.F.H. Publications, Neptune City, New Jersey. 941 p.
Poll, M., 1971. Révision des Synodontis africains (famille Mochocidae). Ann. Mus. R. Afr. Centr., Sci. Zool., 191:1-497.
ScotCat Factsheet no. 240. June 2016.
Seegers, L. 2008 The catfishes of Africa. A handbook for identification and maintenance. Aqualog Verlag A.C.S. GmbH, Germany. 604 p.

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Synodontis longirostris

Synodontis longirostris

Synodontis longirostris
Head & mouth view

Synodontis longirostris

Synodontis longirostris
Head view

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