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Name
Scientific name
Mogurnda adspersa
Described by
Not recorded
Family
Eleotridae
Common names
Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon
Photograph credits
All 2 credited
Summary
The southern purple spotted gudgeon, Mogurnda adspersa, is an Australian gudgeon considered endangered across its native range. Commerciall…
Size and aquarium
Maximum size
140mm, standard length
Aquarium size
Minimum length 120 cm, Minimum depth 30 cm, Minimum height 30 cm, Water movement Low: still or sluggish water
Water
Water conditions
Temperature 16–24°C, pH 7–7.5
Hardness
10–20dGH
Conductivity
Not recorded
Behaviour
Temperament
Territorial
Social needs
Not recorded
Community suitability
Not recorded
Where it lives
Countries, regions, rivers and lakes
Australia
Writing
Etymology
Not written yet
Distribution
Australia.
Habitat
Slow-moving, weedy areas of rivers and creeks. Can also be found in ponds.
Aquarium size
120 ∗ 30 ∗ 30 cm - ~108 litres. Breeding can be achieved in smaller aquaria.
Maintenance
The decor itself is not essential but should contain plenty of potential hiding places for this shy species. A sand substrate with rocks and bogwood for cover …
Water conditions
Temperature: 16 – 24 °C pH: 7.0-7.5 Hardness: 10-20°H
Diet
This gudgeon is a very unfussy eater and will accept most foods offered. Try to include some frozen and live foods for the fish to be in the best condition. Th…
Behaviour and compatibility
It is territorial but is not particularly boisterous, although it will probably eat any tankmate it can fit in its mouth. It mixes well with rainbowfish, Coryd…
Sexual dimorphism
Male fish have a clearly pointed genital papilla which can be brightly coloured, while females have a much shorter, wider ovipositor. Some males also develop a…
Reproduction
Use a species tank for breeding purposes, set up as suggested above. The best chance of obtaining a breeding pair is by purchasing a group of young fish and al…
Notes
This species is considered endangered across its native range, but has recently begun to appear in the hobby a little more often as a result of commercial farm…
References
References
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