The Brichard's synodontis (Synodontis brichardi) is a freshwater fish of the family Mochokidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
Brichard's synodontis is a squeaker catfish (Mochokidae) from the Congo basin in Central Africa. The species has a slender, streamlined body, adapted to the strong current of the lower Congo, with a sucking lower mouth and barbels. It lives among stones in rapids and feeds on filamentous algae it rasps from rocks. The stout pectoral and dorsal fin spines can give a painful puncture wound when handled.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Brichard's synodontis?
The Brichard's synodontis has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Brichard's synodontis live?
The Brichard's synodontis lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom.
How big does the Brichard's synodontis get?
The Brichard's synodontis grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Brichard's synodontis dangerous to humans?
No, the Brichard's synodontis is harmless to humans.
Is the Brichard's synodontis edible?
The Brichard's synodontis is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Synodontis
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