{"product_id":"synodontis-valentiana30mm","title":"Synodontis Valentiana(30mm)","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"45\"\u003e🐟 \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eSynodontis valentiana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"47\" data-end=\"361\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"76\"\u003eSynodontis valentiana\u003c\/strong\u003e is an active, hardy upside-down catfish native to West Africa, prized for its unique swimming behavior and striking spotted pattern. Its ability to swim inverted while foraging along the water surface and mid-levels makes it a fascinating and functional addition to community tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eQuick Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"457\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, social, best in groups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"494\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"475\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"510\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"548\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eTank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100L+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eWater Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"573\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–28°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"621\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"611\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eSoft to moderately hard water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"666\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"743\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eBest kept in \u003cstrong data-start=\"682\" data-end=\"699\"\u003egroups of 3–6\u003c\/strong\u003e for natural schooling and reduced stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eProvides cleanup services by feeding on leftover foods along the surface, mid-water, and bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eRequires hiding spots like driftwood, caves, and dense planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1138\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWith its unusual inverted swimming, bold patterning, and peaceful behavior, \u003cem data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eSynodontis valentiana\u003c\/em\u003e is both a visually striking and functional fish, perfect for adding activity and character to tropical community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coastal Aquariums-Freshwater Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071391772904,"sku":"9E4210","price":95.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0328\/5752\/2307\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay26_2026_05_18_14PM.png?v=1779808707","url":"https:\/\/coastalpets.co.za\/products\/synodontis-valentiana30mm","provider":"Coastal Pets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}