Lace Catfish Africa; Lace catfish are found in the Senegal and many other African countries including Egypt, Nigeria, Ghana ans Sudan where they inhabit small ponds or other small areas of water. Lifespan. The expected life span for Synodontis nigrita is 5-8 years. Short description. As juveniles Lace catfish are peaceful but some mature adults may become territorial. Mochokidae Mochokinae Synodontis Add to My Cats. S. nigrita has a dark gray background with black spots on the body and fins, giving it a ''lace-like'' appearance, hence the common name: ''lace catfish''. Humeral process ends in a point, sweeping up in a curve on the bottom edge. Sometimes swims in an inverted position.
HERE AT ALAMEDA: we have a lace catfish in the aquarium in the education center. It loves to hang out near the water line in the back.