Synodontis Petricola (Dwarf Cuckoo Catfish)
Multi-Buy $25ea for 3+ Fish! (Discount auto applies at checkout.)
The Synodontis Petricola is a striking and active catfish species native to Lake Tanganyika. With its sleek, spotted pattern and whisker-like barbels, this nocturnal fish is both beautiful and beneficial, helping to keep the tank clean. Despite its playful and social nature, it remains a peaceful addition to African cichlid or community aquariums.
Need to Know:
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Recommended For: African cichlid tanks or peaceful community tanks
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Minimum Tank Size: 100 litres
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Temperature Range: 24-28°C
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pH Range: 7.5-8.5
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Recommended School Size: 3 or more
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Compatibility: Peaceful; best with African cichlids or similarly sized tankmates
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Max Size: 12 cm
Shipping Disclaimer:
All fish are shipped on Monday or Tuesday mornings via an overnight courier (Sometimes same day, location dependant). We use NZ Couriers for all livestock shipping, we find they handle your fish with the best possible care.
Special Requests:
If you have any requests for gender/colour etc we will do our best to accomodate them. Please note we can not always accomodate every request due to high stock turnover and what is available at the time. We move all fish sold online into seperate holding tanks while they wait to be shipped.
Rural Shipping:
Good news! If you are a rural customer, we can still ship fish to you. Fish will be shipped to your nearest agent and they will call you when they arrive. Please ensure you provide your mobile number when ordering.