{"product_id":"asian-bumblebee-catfish","title":"Asian Bumblebee Catfish (Pseudomystus siamensis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e* For the safety of our animals, we now ship \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003elive fish\u003c\/span\u003e exclusively via UPS Next Day Air.  If your order contains this item, you will only see UPS Next Day Air as a shipping option during checkout *\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"890\"\u003eThe Asian Bumblebee Catfish is a bold and beautifully patterned nocturnal catfish known for its striking yellow-and-black banding and secretive personality. Native to Southeast Asia, this species has become a favorite among aquarists who appreciate unusual bottom dwellers with strong feeding responses and fascinating nighttime behavior. Unlike many smaller “bumblebee catfish” species commonly seen in the hobby, the Asian Bumblebee Catfish grows substantially larger and develops into a confident, chunky predator that thrives in well-structured aquariums with driftwood, caves, and dimly lit hiding areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"892\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eWhile generally peaceful toward similarly sized fish, this species is opportunistic and will consume tank mates small enough to fit in its mouth. 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