Asian Bumblebee Catfish Care Guide
Pseudomystus siamensis
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Bioload Score
4000
PeacefulModerateFreshwater
- Max Size
- 10.0 cm / 4.0"
- Temperature
- 22–26°C (72–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 7.5
- Min Tank Size
- 120L (32 gal)
- Min Group Size
- 3 fish
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Breeding Difficulty
- Difficult
Diet
Carnivorous. Enjoys high-quality pellets, frozen or live foods like bloodworms, brine shrimp, and small fish.
Community Compatibility
Peaceful community fish. Avoid overly aggressive or fin-nipping species.
Good to Know
Provide a soft substrate for Asian Bumblebee Catfish as their natural behaviour involves burrowing.
Gender Differences
Minimal visual differences between males and females.
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