{"product_id":"synodontis-multip-sp-silver","title":"Cuckoo Catfish (Synodontis multipunctatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cuckoo Catfish (\u003cem\u003eSynodontis multipunctatus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a a brood-parasitic catfish that tricks cichlids into raising its young. Originating from Lake Tanganyika, East Africa, this species brings natural beauty and character to any home aquarium. Suitable for aquarists with some experience, this species rewards proper care with vibrant health and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynodontis multipunctatus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMochokidae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLake Tanganyika, East Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-Aggressive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.0 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 litres\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24.0–27.0°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5–9.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–25 dGH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmnivore; sinking pellets, frozen foods, live foods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTank Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Natural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSynodontis multipunctatus\u003c\/em\u003e belongs to the family Mochokidae. This species is native to Lake Tanganyika, East Africa, where it inhabits river beds and slow-moving tributaries with sandy or muddy substrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTank Setup \u0026amp; Water Parameters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum tank size of 200 litres is recommended (keep in groups of 3+). Maintain water temperature between 24.0–27.0°C with a pH of 7.5–9.0 and hardness of 10–25 dGH. Famous brood parasite: sneaks eggs among mouthbrooding cichlid eggs. Requires hard, alkaline Tanganyikan water. Social; keep in groups of 3+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmnivore; sinking pellets, frozen foods, live foods. Feed small portions 1–2 times daily, offering only as much as they can consume within a few minutes. A varied diet promotes optimal health and vibrant colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood companions include Tanganyikan cichlids, Other Synodontis. Avoid housing with Soft-water fish, Small fish. This species has a semi-aggressive temperament and primarily occupies the bottom region of the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tropical Fish Co?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tropical Fish Co, we carefully select and ship healthy, vibrant fish directly to your door across the UK. Every Cuckoo Catfish is hand-picked for quality and health. We offer expert care advice, competitive prices, and reliable next-day delivery to ensure your new fish arrives safely and settles in quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Fish Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57445996265807,"sku":"8165","price":42.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1408\/6735\/files\/synodontis-multip-sp-silver-natural-aquarium-8165.webp?v=1777850879","url":"https:\/\/tropical-fish-co.myshopify.com\/products\/synodontis-multip-sp-silver","provider":"Tropical Fish Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}