{"product_id":"golden-nigrita-synodontis-catfish","title":"Golden Nigrita Synodontis Catfish","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGolden Nigrita Synodontis\u003c\/strong\u003e is sold by our supplier as “Synodontis Nigrata Golden,” an attractive gold-toned trade form of the African whiskered catfish generally offered in the hobby as \u003cem\u003eSynodontis nigrita\u003c\/em\u003e Gold. Supplier sale size is approximately 6–8 cm. Its warm yellow-gold colouring and inquisitive behaviour make it a distinctive choice for an adequately sized catfish aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this fish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a substantial Synodontis, not a small clean-up fish. Its mature size and sometimes assertive nature call for good floor space, individual shelters and carefully selected tankmates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific trade identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synodontis cf. nigrita, Golden trade form (supplier wording: Nigrata Golden)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e commonly around 18–20 cm in aquarium trade, potentially larger; allow for substantial growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 litres or larger with generous floor area for an adult\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 approximately 6.5–7.8; prioritise stable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e omnivore; balanced sinking pellets with occasional invertebrate and vegetable foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-aggressive or territorial with some bottom-dwellers; small shrimp or fish may be eaten\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":54015233196326,"sku":"RT-412","price":245.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/9810\/0774\/files\/glass-gill-golden-nigrita-synodontis-illustration_05775a94-c3df-4fe3-b490-819cd0f377e6.png?v=1791111704","url":"https:\/\/www.glassandgill.co.za\/products\/golden-nigrita-synodontis-catfish","provider":"Glass And Gill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}