Banjo Catfish (Bunocephalus coracoideus)
Fish in the family Aspredinidae. Moderate care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameBunocephalus coracoideus
FamilyAspredinidae
Also known asGuitarrita, Banjo Cat
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size5 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 70-79°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-15 dGH
Appearance
Flat, banjo-shaped mottled brown catfish that buries itself in sand; superbly camouflaged.
Difficulty and care for the Banjo Catfish
Moderate
Origin and habitat
South America (Amazon basin)
Keeper notes
Completely peaceful; spends most of its time buried in substrate.
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