Mochokidae (Squeakers or upside-down catfishes), subfamily: Mochokinae |
55 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 5 - 19 |
Africa: Congo River basin (Ref. 78218, 82238) except the Zambian Congo (Ref. 78218) and the central forest, but including Pool Malebo (=Stanley Pool) and the drainages of the Kasai and Ubangi (Ref. 82238). |
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Often sold as 'angel cats' (Ref. 4537). Oviparous (Ref. 205). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 February 2009 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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