Hemiodontichthys acipenserinus
Banjo Catfish, Sturgeon Catfish
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.
Distribution
Bolivia,Brazil,Guyana,Peru.References
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