Neptune’s rating:
59- AffordabilityModerate
- Aggression LevelMostly Peaceful
- Breeding AggressionSlightly More Aggressive
- Conservation StatusLeast Concern
- DifficultyModerate
- HardinessModerate
- Length5.0 - 6.0 cm
- Liters per Fish2 L
- Maintenance LevelLow Maintenance
- pH6.5 - 7.5
- PopularityPopular
- RarityUncommon
- Minimum School Size6
- Tank HabitatSurface Dweller, Mid-tank Dweller, Bottom Dweller
- Temperature23.0 - 27.0 °C
- Territorial BehaviourHighly Territorial
Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.
More about Peacock gudgeon
The Peacock gudgeon is a vibrantly colored freshwater fish native to Oceania, particularly found in Papua New Guinea. It displays a stunning array of colors, including blues, pinks, and oranges, accented with distinctive peacock-like markings, making it highly attractive to hobbyists. Typically small, this species boasts a unique, elongated body shape with a rounded head. Well-regarded in the aquarium hobby for both its striking appearance and peaceful demeanor, the Peacock gudgeon has become a popular choice for community tanks.