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General information – The Synodontis petricola is an amazing

member of the catfish group but it is more recognized with cichlids

due to its origin and its dependence on cichlids to breed and thrive.

It is known to be the smallest Synodontis species in Lake Tanganyika.

The name Synodontis is from Greek, syn = together, odontos = tooth,

its name refers to the closely-spaced lower jaw teeth. Synodontis

petricola has an extremely developed scent, according to recent

researchers the petricola can smell even a small amount of food from

long distances.

Common Name - Petricola

Scientific Name - Synodontis petricola

 

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