Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon Aquarium Care Guide

Keeping Southern Purple Spotted 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) for a single specimen, larger for groups or breeding pairs
• Compatibility: Best kept with similarly sized, robust fish that can tolerate its territorial nature. Avoid very small or delicate species. Can be kept in species-specific tanks or with other Australian natives like some rainbowfish or larger gudgeons.
• Special requirements: Requires a well-planted aquarium with plenty of hiding spots (caves, driftwood, rocks) to establish territories. Good filtration and regular water changes are essential. Live or frozen foods are preferred for optimal health and coloration. Can be sensitive to poor water quality.

Water parameters

Temperature

18-26°C (64-79°F)

pH level

6.5-7.8

Hardness

5-20 dGH

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