Northern Purple Spotted Gudgeon
A capable jumper. Choose tankmates too large to be swallowed.
 
Key Features
Scientific Name: Mogurnda mogurnda
Scientific Name: An attractive northern Australian and New Guinean gudgeon with colourful spots.
Caves, wood, plant cover and a tightly fitting lid.
Scientific Name: Predatory and sometimes territorial; small fish and shrimp may be eaten.
Scientific Name: Keep water conditions stable and make regular partial water changes.
 
Care Requirements
Temperature: 22–27°C
pH: 7.0–7.5
Aquarium: 150 litres or more with a generous footprint
Diet: Suitable meaty frozen aquatic foods and accepted carnivore pellets.
 
Temperament
Choose tankmates with compatible water requirements and allow suitable swimming and shelter space.
 
Notes
Maintain stable conditions with regular partial water changes.