Description
Banjo Catfish (Bunocephalus coracoideus) - 2-3" Unsexed. Remarks: Banjo cats ( Bunocephalus coracoideus ) are small catfish with long tails. They inhabit slow-moving streams in the Amazon, blending in with fallen leaf litter to avoid detection. They typically remain hidden during daylight hours, coming out at night to forage for food. They appreciate bloodworms and sinking pellets. A sandy substrate is highly recommended, as they burrow to hide and may scratch themselves on sharper or larger substrates. If it looks like your banjo catfish is peeling almost like a reptile shedding, do not be alarmed. Banjo catfish are known to shed their outermost layer of skin occasionally like a snake or lizard. If they are shedding very frequently, have visibly irritated skin or welts, or have damaged barbels, this can be a sign of poor water quality and/or bu. Source: Imperial Tropicals live fish catalogue. Please confirm current availability, size, price, delivery and collection terms with the seller.