Английская Википедия:Bunocephalus coracoideus

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Bunocephalus coracoideus, the guitarrito,[1] is a species of banjo catfish found in the Amazon River basin.[2] 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.[2]

In the aquarium

The species is quite popular in the aquarium trade. Both male and female reach a length of Шаблон:Convert.[2] They are generally very peaceful, however it is a predatory to small fish, such as young fry.Шаблон:Citation needed

Behavior

This fish is largely nocturnal. It is a bottom-feeder, consuming debris and smaller fish. The guitarrito lays up to 4,000 eggs into sandy substrate.[1]

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