Longtail Banjo Catfish
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Latin Name: Platystacus cotylephorus
Common Name(s): Eel-Tailed Banjo Catfish, Longtail Banjo, Marbled Banjo Catfish
Difficulty: Beginner
Temperament: Peaceful
pH: 6.0 - 8.0
Adult Full Size: 12"
Minimum Tank Size: 55 gallons
Plant Safe: Yes
Foods: ABN: Blackworms/ Bloodworms, Hikari: Sinking Shrimp Wafer,
Longtail Banjo Cats, or Eel-Tailed Banjo Cats, are named after their long, mottled tails. Similarly to the Banjo Catfish, these guys are amazing scavengers. Longtail Banjo Cats are peaceful and will do best with other peaceful fish.