Northern Whitefin Gudgeon
NameNorthern Whitefin Gudgeon
Scientific NameRomanogobio albipinnatus
Common NamesNorthern Whitefin Gudgeon, Whitefin Gudgeon, Danube Gudgeon
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEastern Europe, Danube River Basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)4.7
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)59-75
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther peaceful temperate cyprinids, Dace, Loaches, Small, non-aggressive bottom dwellers
Description
The Northern Whitefin Gudgeon is a small, elongated freshwater fish characterized by its cryptic brown and black mottled coloration and distinctive barbels around its mouth. It is a bottom-dwelling species that sifts through substrate for food. This species prefers cool, oxygenated water found in rivers and streams.
