River Gudgeon
NameRiver Gudgeon
Scientific NameGobio gobio
Common NamesRiver Gudgeon, Gudgeon
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEurope, Asia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow, Rosy Red Minnow, Temperate Loaches, Dace species, Other small, peaceful temperate fish
Description
The River Gudgeon (*Gobio gobio*) is a small, elongated, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to rivers and streams across Europe and parts of Asia. They are characterized by their two barbels at the corners of their mouth, which they use to forage for benthic invertebrates in the substrate. These peaceful, schooling fish are hardy but require cool, well-oxygenated water and a suitable substrate in an aquarium.
