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Back Swimming Congo Catfish

Synodontis nigriventris David 1936

Life Cycle

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The parents tend their clutch more than they guard it.
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Biology

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Feeds mainly at night on insects, crustaceans and plant matter (Ref. 7020). Oviparous (Ref. 205). Aquarium keeping: in groups of 5 or more individuals; minimum aquarium size 80 cm (Ref. 51539).
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Importance

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fisheries: of no interest; aquarium: commercial
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