Balkan Gudgeon
NameBalkan Gudgeon
Scientific NameGobio balcanicus
Common NamesBalkan Gudgeon
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginBalkan Peninsula, Southeastern Europe
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesEuropean Minnow, Dace, Weather Loach, Other small, peaceful European cyprinids
Description
The Balkan Gudgeon is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the Balkan Peninsula. It exhibits mottled brown and tan coloration for camouflage on sandy or gravel substrates, and uses its barbels to forage for benthic invertebrates. This peaceful species thrives in cool, clean, oxygenated waters.
