Bi-coloured banjo

Photo © Sean Evans
Common name:	Bi-coloured banjo
Scientific name:	Bunocephalus amaurus
Synonyms:	(none)
Size:	Up to 5" (12.5cm)
Origin:	South America
Tank setup:	Planted tank, preferably with sand substrate and bogwood/rocks for refuges.
Compatibility:	Peaceful, community
Temperature:	22-26oC (72-79oF)
Water chemistry:	Fairly soft, slightly acidic to around neutral ideally, but not critical as long as quality is good.
Feeding:	Primarily an insectivore in the wild, but will take flake, pellet and frozen/live foods.
Sexing:	Unknown
Breeding:	Unknown
Comments:	A shy, nocturnal fish which tends to remain hidden during the day, often buried in the substrate. A soft substrate and/or bogwood refuges should therefore be provided. This fish may "play dead" if disturbed. Several species of Banjo catfish are imported, some of which are difficult to distinguish.