Synodontis brichardi Poll, 1959
Synodontis brichardi
photo by McKenzie, M.

Family:  Mochokidae (Squeakers or upside-down catfishes), subfamily: Mochokinae
Max. size:  15 cm TL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 5 - 19
Distribution:  Africa: lower Congo River rapids (Ref. 78218, 82238).
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Feeds on filamentous green algae (Ref. 6868). Oviparous (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Vulnerable (VU); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 (D2) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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