Our Guide To Keeping Banjo Catfish
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About Fish Species:
- Scientific name: Bunocephalus coracoideus
- Common name: Banjo Catfish
- Family: Aspredinidae
- Origin: Amazon Basin, South America
- Adult length: 10-12 cm
- Lifespan: 7 to 12 years
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Tank Setup:
- Banjo Catfish prefer a well-decorated tank with plenty of hiding places such as caves, driftwood, and dense vegetation. A minimum tank size of 100L is recommended.
- Provide a soft, sandy substrate to allow them to burrow, which mimics their natural habitat.
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Water Parameters:
- Banjo Catfish thrive in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.2.
- Keep the water temperature between 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F).
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Filtration and Water Flow:
- A gentle water flow is suitable for these fish, so choose a filter that provides low to moderate flow.
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Diet:
- Banjo Catfish are omnivores and will accept a variety of foods. Offer them a balanced diet consisting of sinking pellets as a staple.
- Supplement their diet with live or frozen foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and tubifex worms to provide essential nutrients and mimic their natural diet.
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Tank mates:
- Banjo Catfish are peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive fish. They are compatible with small tetras, rasboras, and other peaceful bottom dwellers.
- Avoid keeping them with large or aggressive fish that may see them as prey.
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Behavior and Compatibility:
- Banjo Catfish are nocturnal and spend most of their time hiding during the day. They are most active at night when they come out to feed.
- They are generally solitary but can be kept in groups if the tank is spacious enough and has sufficient hiding spots.
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