melanogaster, Synodontis Peters [W. (C. H.)] (ex Ehrenberg) 1868:31 [Naturwissenschaftliche Reise nach Mossambique; ref. 3440] Not available, name mentioned in passing in the synonymy of Synodus batensoda Rüppell. •In the synonymy of Brachysynodontis batensoda (Rüppell 1832) -- (Poll 1971:39 [ref. 7700], Paugy in Lévêque et al. 1992:528 [ref. 21590]). •In the synonymy of Synodontis batensoda Rüppell 1832. Nomen Nudum. Current status: Synonym of Synodontis batensoda Rüppell 1832. Mochokidae: Mochokinae.