Chinese Sleeper Goby
NameChinese Sleeper Goby
Scientific NameOdontobutis sinensis
Common NamesChinese Sleeper Goby, Amur Sleeper, Chinese Gudgeon
FamilyOdontobutidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Korea, Russia (Amur River basin)
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesLarger, robust cyprinids, Other temperate, fast-moving fish (carefully selected)
Description
The Chinese Sleeper Goby is a robust, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to East Asia, known for its mottled brown camouflage. This predatory species is territorial and will ambush smaller fish. It thrives in temperate freshwater environments.
