Bigmouth Bumblebee Catfish
NameBigmouth Bumblebee Catfish
Scientific NamePseudomystus siamensis
Common NamesBigmouth Bumblebee Catfish, Asian Bumblebee Catfish, Siamese Bumblebee Catfish
FamilyBagridae
OriginSoutheast Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-79
pH Range6.0-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger Tetras, Barbs, Gouramis, Rainbowfish, Medium to Large Cichlids (non-aggressive), Other medium-sized peaceful catfish
Description
The Bigmouth Bumblebee Catfish is a nocturnal, predatory species from Southeast Asia, characterized by its mottled brown coloration and prominent barbels. It has a broad head and a relatively large mouth, reflecting its carnivorous diet. While generally peaceful towards fish too large to be eaten, it will readily consume smaller tankmates.
