Amur Longnose Gudgeon
NameAmur Longnose Gudgeon
Scientific NameSarcocheilichthys czerskii
Common NamesAmur Longnose Gudgeon, Czerskii's Gudgeon
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEast Asia, Amur River Basin, Russia, China, Korea
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.8
Compatible SpeciesDojo Loach, Rosy Red Minnow, White Cloud Mountain Minnow, Other temperate cyprinids
Description
The Amur Longnose Gudgeon is an elongated, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish characterized by its distinctive long, pointed snout. Native to the Amur River basin, it prefers clear, flowing water with sandy or gravel substrates. While generally peaceful, they can exhibit territorial behavior towards other bottom-dwelling fish, especially conspecifics.
