Yellow Marbled Syno - (Synodontis schoutedeni)

🐟 Yellow Marbled Syno - (Synodontis schoutedeni) – Peaceful and Attractive African Catfish

The Yellow Marbled Synodontis (Synodontis schoutedeni) is a beautifully patterned African catfish native to the Congo River Basin. Known for its striking yellow body mottled with dark brown or black marbling, this species is a favorite among Synodontis keepers for its manageable size, peaceful temperament, and bold personality.

This species adapts well to community aquariums with similarly sized fish and enjoys spending time near the bottom, exploring caves, and swimming during dim lighting periods.

🔎 Quick Facts – Yellow Marbled Synodontis

• 📛 Common Name: Yellow Marbled Syno
• 🔬 Scientific Name: Synodontis schoutedeni
• 🌍 Origin: Congo River Basin, Central Africa
• 🎨 Appearance: Yellow to golden body with dark marbled pattern
• 📏 Max Size: 6–7 inches (15–18 cm)
• 💎 Availability: Occasionally available; highly desired for coloration

😇 Behavior & Temperament

• 🤝 Peaceful bottom-dweller; suitable for community aquariums
• 🌙 Most active during low-light or nighttime hours
• 🪵 Enjoys hiding in caves and under driftwood

🏠 Aquarium & Tank Requirements

• 📦 Minimum Tank Size: 40+ gallons
• 🪨 Provide rock caves, driftwood, and shaded areas
• 🌿 Works well in both African and mixed-community setups
• 💡 Moderate to dim lighting preferred

💧 Water Parameters

• 🌡️ Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C)
• ⚗️ pH: 6.5–7.8
• 💧 Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water

🍽️ Diet – Omnivorous

• 🐟 Sinking pellets and wafers
• 🦐 Frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp
• 🌿 Occasional vegetable matter such as blanched zucchini or cucumber

📋 Overview Table

✨ Highlight:
The Yellow Marbled Synodontis is a beautiful, hardy, and peaceful African catfish that adds striking color and unique bottom-dwelling behavior to medium and large aquariums.