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Dwarf Banjo Catfish
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The "cabeza de pelo" dwarf banjo catfish are hard to find as they come from only a small area of Colombia, so they are not often exported. Similar in appearance but more active than full size banjo cats, the dwarf banjo only grows to 2 inches. If you have several in the aquarium, you will see these fish sleep on top of one another for protection. Very peaceful and very adaptable to nano and mid-size aquariums.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Bunocephalus sp. "cabeza de pelo" |
| Origin | Colombia |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 2" |
| Lifespan | 5–6 years |
| Diet | Omnivore (bottom feeder) |
| Water Temperature | 72–79°F |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| Group Size | Single or group |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 2" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Banjo catfish like to bury themselves, so give them a soft sand bottom, leaf litter and driftwood. Keep the lighting dim.
Feeding: Feed sinking pellets once a day, ideally in the evening when they are most active. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms.
Tankmates: They are small and very peaceful, so they are safe with small community fish and shrimp.
Good to know: Dwarf banjos are more active than their larger cousins, and a group will often rest piled on top of each other.
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