Chinese Gudgeon
NameChinese Gudgeon
Scientific NameRhinogobius giurinus
Common NamesChinese Gudgeon, River Goby, White-spotted Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Korea, Japan, Vietnam
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger peaceful tetras, Danios, Rasboras, Larger peaceful bottom dwellers, Rainbowfish
Description
The Chinese Gudgeon is a robust, bottom-dwelling goby native to freshwater and brackish environments across East Asia. It typically displays a mottled brown coloration, often with a distinctive dark spot at the base of its caudal fin. While generally peaceful, males can become territorial, especially during breeding.
