Common Zingel
NameCommon Zingel
Scientific NameZingel zingel
Common NamesCommon Zingel, Zingel
FamilyPercidae
OriginEurope, Danube River Basin
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)150
Max Size (Inches)19
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.8
Compatible SpeciesNone
Description
The Common Zingel is a slender, elongated freshwater fish native to fast-flowing European river systems. It is a nocturnal, benthic predator that requires highly oxygenated, cool water with strong currents and a gravel or sandy substrate. Due to its specialized habitat requirements, it is rarely kept in home aquariums.
