Chinese Lizard Gudgeon
NameChinese Lizard Gudgeon
Scientific NameRhinogobius duospilus
Common NamesChinese Lizard Gudgeon, White-cheek Goby, Rhinogobius Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Hong Kong, Vietnam
Temperamentcommunity
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)15
Max Size (Inches)2.5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-78
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall peaceful loaches, Small rasboras, Small danios, Other peaceful, similarly sized gobies (with adequate space), Amano shrimp (adults)
Description
The Chinese Lizard Gudgeon is a small, bottom-dwelling freshwater goby characterized by its elongated body, large eyes, and often mottled or striped patterns for camouflage. These active micropredators spend their time sifting through substrate for small invertebrates. They are generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics.
