{"product_id":"zweifarbiger-bratpfannenwels-bunocephalus-coracoideus","title":"Two-colored Banjo Catfish – Bunocephalus coracoideus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eThe Two-Tone Banjo Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"447\"\u003eBunocephalus coracoideus\u003c\/em\u003e), also known simply as the Banjo Catfish, is an extraordinary bottom-dweller from South America. With its flat, banjo-shaped body and two-tone camouflage pattern, it is one of the most interesting catfish species. Its inconspicuous behavior and ability to perfectly hide itself in the substrate make it a fascinating observation fish for experienced aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"1186\"\u003eIn its native habitat, the slow-flowing waters of the Amazon and Orinoco basins, \u003cem data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"950\"\u003eBunocephalus coracoideus\u003c\/em\u003e lives buried in sand or among leaves. There it quietly waits for small prey. Despite its predatory feeding habits, it is peaceful towards fish of similar size and can be successfully kept in community aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eCharacteristics \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1222\"\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eFish Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e M (approx. 7 cm, juvenile)\u003cbr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e🌍 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South America (Amazon, Orinoco basin) – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eWild caught\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23–28 °C\u003cbr data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003epH value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e⚖️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003eTotal hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 °dGH\u003cbr data-start=\"1426\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e🐠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003eSocial behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, calm, bottom-oriented\u003cbr data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e🏞️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eAquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 80 l with sand substrate, leaf litter, roots and hiding places\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1844\"\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eThe Banjo Catfish prefers animal food such as frozen and live food (e.g., mosquito larvae, artemia, krill). After acclimatization, it will also accept sinking granules or tablets. Since it is nocturnal, feeding should preferably be done in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eBunocephalus coracoideus\u003c\/em\u003e loves soft sand substrate, in which it partially burrows. Dimmed lighting and natural leaf litter promote its natural behavior. Ideal for calm aquariums without hectic tank mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2120\"\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eThe Two-Tone Banjo Catfish (\u003cem data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eBunocephalus coracoideus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a calm, peaceful master of camouflage – perfect for lovers of unusual bottom-dwellers and natural aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaExotica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53562749518157,"sku":null,"price":3.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/5755\/7325\/files\/7316_ae1b43975e96d34ae45db7e750231e9f.jpg?v=1773958384","url":"https:\/\/aquaexotica.de\/en\/products\/zweifarbiger-bratpfannenwels-bunocephalus-coracoideus","provider":"AquaExotica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}