Wolterstorff's Gudgeon
NameWolterstorff's Gudgeon
Scientific NameSqualidus wolterstorffi
Common NamesWolterstorff's Gudgeon, Wolterstorff's Squalidus
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEast Asia, China, Yangtze River basin, Pearl River basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)4
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-77
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesSmall Tetras, Rasboras, Danios, Other peaceful Cyprinids, Dwarf Cichlids, Corydoras Catfish
Description
Squalidus wolterstorffi, commonly known as Wolterstorff's Gudgeon, is a peaceful freshwater fish native to East Asia. It features a slender, silvery-grey body and is an omnivore, feeding on small invertebrates and plant matter. This species thrives in well-maintained community aquariums with stable water parameters.
