Species Profile
Banjo Catfish
Bunocephalus coracoideus
Catfishpeaceful
Adult size
6″
Minimum tank
30 gal
Temperature
70–80°F
pH
6–8
Schooling
Solitary OK
Water level
bottom
Diet
Sinking pellets, frozen, live
Notes
Looks like a fallen, partially decomposed leaf. Almost entirely nocturnal, buries under sand or wood by day. Wants sand substrate to bury into. Quiet community tankmate, easily forgotten but interesting to observe at night.
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