Hemisynodontis membranaceus
South African Sponge Catfish, Blotched Upside-Down Catfish
Temperature
22–26°C
pH
7.5–7.5
dGH
5–15 ppm
Size
14 cm
Tank
150 L
Hemisynodontis membranaceus is a peaceful and hardy catfish suitable for larger tanks given its potential size. They are nocturnal and possess a unique ability to swim upside down, particularly when searching for food on the water surface or floating structures.
Water parameters
Hardness
5–15 ppm
Temperature
22–26°C
pH
7.5–7.5
Tank & size
Fish size
14 cm
Tank length
80 cm
Tank volume
150 L
