Sinuous Gudgeon
NameSinuous Gudgeon
Scientific NameOphiocara porocephala
Common NamesSinuous Gudgeon, Snakehead Gudgeon, Flathead Gudgeon, Spotted Sleeper
FamilyEleotridae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Australia, Southeast Asia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)16
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLarge Cichlids (e.g., Oscar), Large Catfish (e.g., Plecos, Synodontis), Other large, robust, and similarly tempered fish
Description
The Sinuous Gudgeon is a large, predatory sleeper goby native to the Indo-Pacific region, found in freshwater and brackish estuaries. It possesses a mottled, camouflaged body and a large head, ideal for ambushing prey. This species requires a spacious aquarium and careful tankmate selection due to its territorial and aggressive nature.
