Bunocephalus coracoideus

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Banjo Catfish
Banjo Catfish
Species	Bunocephalus coracoideus
Difficulty	Moderate
Min. Tank Size	56.781 liters 56,781.177 mL 15 US Gallons (56.8L)
Size	15.24 cm 5-6 " (12.7-15.2cm)
pH	5.8 - 7.8
Temp.	293.15 K 20 °C 527.67 °R 298.706 K 25.556 °C 537.67 °R68 -78 °F (20-25.6°C)
Water Hardness	5-19
Stocking Ratio	1:1 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Omnivore Pellet Foods Flake Foods Live Foods Other (See article)
Life Span	5-12 years

[edit] Alternative names

Banjo Catfish, Guitarrita, Bicolor Banjo Catfish

[edit] Other Scientific Names

Dysichthys coracoideus, Bunocephalus bicolor

[edit] Sexing

Mature females are more stocky than males.

[edit] Tank compatibility

A peaceful fish compatible most other peaceful fish of similar size, smaller fish may be eaten however.

[edit] Diet

Will accept most meaty foods including bloodworm, tubifex, small earthworms as well as flake, pellets and sinking tablets.

[edit] Feeding regime

A nocturnal catfish so feed just before lights out, however, some Banjos may feed during the day, it depends on their character

[edit] Environment Specifics

Prefers a fine, soft sandy substrate, with cover in the form of rocks, wood, large plants or leaves

[edit] Behaviour

This fish will bury itself in the substrate, frequently disappearing completely from sight. It may also eat small fish such as Neon Tetras or fry, as well as small shrimp. Can uproot plants so it is best to plant robust ones if any.

[edit] Identification

A medium sized brown catfish with a broad flat head and long narrow body, has quite a lumpy head. It is similar to other species of Banjo catfish but this one is smaller than its relatives.

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[edit] External links

• Fishbase
• Planet Catfish
• Seriously Fish
• E-Aquarium
• Mongabay