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Hemiodontichthys acipenserinus

Banjo Catfish, Sturgeon Catfish
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
7–7
dGH
2–12 ppm
Size
5 cm
Tank
80 L
Hemiodontichthys acipenserinus is a peaceful, bottom-dwelling species known for its unique sturgeon-like appearance and elongated snout. It is nocturnal and typically prefers hiding among leaf litter or against driftwood during daylight. When setting up an aquarium: 1. Substrate should be sandy or fine-grained to protect their delicate barbels and mouth. 2. Provide plenty of hiding spots with driftwood and leaf litter. 3. They are not strong swimmers but require a modest water flow mimicking river currents. 4. Diet consists primarily of small invertebrates; consider high-quality sinking pellets and occasional live or frozen food. It's worth noting that they may be shy when initially introduced to a tank and take some time to acclimate to their new surroundings.

Water parameters

Hardness
2–12 ppm
Temperature
24–28°C
pH
7–7

Tank & size

Fish size
5 cm
Tank length
60 cm
Tank volume
80 L

Distribution

Bolivia,Brazil,Guyana,Peru.