Striped Gudgeon Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Striped Gudgeon in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

• Care level: intermediate
• Temperament: semi-aggressive
• Diet: carnivore
• Minimum tank size: 75 liters (20 gallons)
• Compatibility: Can be kept with similarly sized, robust fish. May be aggressive towards smaller or more docile species, especially during breeding. Best kept in species-specific tanks or with other Australian native fish.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-filtered tank with plenty of hiding places such as rocks, driftwood, and dense vegetation. A sandy or fine gravel substrate is preferred. Good water quality is essential.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-26°C (64-79°F)

pH level

6.5-7.5

Hardness

5-15 dGH

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