Dwarf Venezuelan Banjo Catfish

If Venezuela were a bit more accessible the dwarf banjo would not be so rare. Topping out at a whopping 1 1/2 inches, this little catfish is safe with all small tank mates including shrimp. Not much is known about this rare little catfish; it has not been bred in captivity. These are hardy scavengers and adapt well to the aquarium.

Quick Facts

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 tiny and very peaceful, so they are safe with small tankmates, including shrimp.

Good to know: Dwarf banjos look like little pieces of wood and often sit perfectly still on the bottom.