Asian Bumblebee Catfish

The Asian Bumblebee Catfish is a carnivore that thrives on a varied diet of sinking carnivore pellets, frozen or live bloodworms, tubifex worms, and brine shrimp. It is primarily a nocturnal feeder, so it is best to offer food after lights out to ensure it competes successfully for meals. Feed once daily or every other day, being careful not to overfeed as uneaten food can quickly foul the substrate.

This catfish is largely nocturnal and spends much of the day hiding among caves, driftwood, and dense vegetation. At night it becomes more active, patrolling the bottom in search of food. It can be semi-aggressive toward similarly sized bottom dwellers and may prey on very small tankmates such as tiny shrimp or nano fish, so tankmate selection should be considered carefully.

Breeding Pseudomystus siamensis in captivity is rarely achieved and considered difficult. Little is documented about their specific breeding triggers, but conditioning with live foods and simulating a rainy season with slightly cooler, softer water changes may encourage spawning behavior. Dedicated breeding setups with caves and reduced lighting are recommended if attempting to breed this species.