{"product_id":"dwarf-lake-synodontis-catfish","title":"Dwarf Lake Synodontis Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDwarf Lake Synodontis\u003c\/strong\u003e is supplied under this established aquarium-trade name. Its compact, spotted profile and shelter-seeking behaviour make it an appealing African catfish for an appropriately arranged aquarium. Supplier sale size is approximately 2–3 cm. This supplier also lists Synodontis petricola separately, so we do not assume the two listings are taxonomically identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA lively bottom-level fish suited to rocky structures, multiple hiding spaces and careful group planning. Its small sale size is juvenile size—not an indication that it remains only 2–3 cm as an adult.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synodontis sp., supplier trade name Dwarf Lake; exact species within the lake-type dwarf complex has not been certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e plan for approximately 10–13 cm unless positively identified otherwise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 100 L with generous floor area and caves; larger for a suitable group\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e for Tanganyikan-type dwarf lake Synodontis, typically alkaline around 7.5–8.5; establish the supplier's exact fish and acclimate appropriately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e sinking omnivore pellets, occasional frozen\/live invertebrate foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally peaceful toward suitable fish, shelter-oriented; species-specific social needs require assessment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to keep your fish well\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the aquarium fully cycled, well-filtered and oxygenated, with shaded caves and hiding places. Supplement specialist sinking foods with a varied diet and avoid persistent aggressive competitors. Use a smooth container rather than a mesh net for transport: Synodontis have locking fin spines. Aquatic livestock is supplied subject to a final health and availability check before dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeatured image is a representative illustration, not a photograph of the individual fish supplied. Individual markings and colour intensity may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glass And Gill","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":54015233163558,"sku":"CT-0125","price":225.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/glass-gill-dwarf-lake-synodontis-illustration_6a700db3-0987-4093-b9a1-967c7349b57c.png?v=1791111700","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/dwarf-lake-synodontis-catfish","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}