Rank Species | Phylum Chordata Order Siluriformes | |
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Similar Bunocephalus, Aspredinidae, Agamyxis pectinifrons, Bunocephalus amaurus, Amaralia | ||
Bunocephalus coracoideus hd
Bunocephalus coracoideus, the guitarrito, is a species of banjo catfish found in the Amazon River basin. It occurs in Bolivia, Brazil, Peru and Uruguay where it is found in ponds and creeks that contain a large quantity of plant debris. Its diet varies, and may include organic debris from the bottom.
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Banjo catfish bunocephalus coracoideus
In the aquarium
Bunocephalus coracoideus is quite popular in the aquarium trade. Both male and female reach a length of 12 centimeters (4.7 in). They are generally very peaceful, however it is a predatory to small fish, such as young fry.
References
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