Long-nosed Gudgeon
NameLong-nosed Gudgeon
Scientific NameSarcocheilichthys variegatus
Common NamesLong-nosed Gudgeon, Korean Long-nosed Gudgeon
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEast Asia, Korea, Japan, China
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)64-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesPeaceful, similarly sized riverine fish, Certain loaches, Other robust, non-aggressive cyprinids
Description
The Long-nosed Gudgeon is a distinctive freshwater fish native to clear, flowing rivers and streams of East Asia. It is characterized by its elongated snout and mottled, camouflaged coloration, which helps it blend into rocky or gravelly substrates. This species is generally peaceful but can be territorial with conspecifics or similar bottom-dwelling fish.
