Crested Gudgeon (Butis koilomatodon)

Familia: Eleotridae

Crested Gudgeon (Butis koilomatodon) es un eleotridae de Oceania; alcanza 11.2–16.5 cm a 22–28 °C.

Parámetros de cuidado

Temperatura
22–28 °C
pH
7–8
Dureza GH
9–19 dGH
Tamaño adulto
11.2–16.5 cm
Tanque mínimo
327 L
Capa de nado
Middle of the water column
Dificultad
Moderada
Temperamento
Calm bottom resident with clear territory boundaries
Origen
大洋洲

Descripción de la especie

From the waters of 大洋洲 comes Butis koilomatodon, a member of the family Eleotridae. A benthic percher that spends its days darting between rock, glass and cave — structure decides its temperament. It swims in mid-water. Adults reach 11.2–16.5 cm. Singly or in pairs; every fish needs its own refuge. Caves, stable pairs and clean sand keep this fish far calmer than open, bare tanks ever will. Maintain 22–28 °C at pH 7–8. Water quality and diet matter more than décor.

Biotopo natural

Hábitat
Warm freshwater streams and lakes
Corriente
Still to gentle current
Oxígeno disuelto
Moderate oxygen levels

Paisaje y equipo

Sustrato
Fine sand and gravel
Decoración dura
Driftwood and smooth stones
Plantas
Hardy common aquarium plants

Temperamento, dieta y compañeros

Sociabilidad
Singly or in pairs; every fish needs its own refuge
Dieta
Meaty foods; train onto frozen then pellets
Compañeros recomendados
  • Non-goby bottom fish — Ignore its territorial posturing
Evitar con
  • Large aggressive fish — Shatter its sense of cover

Cría y notas

Dimorfismo sexual
Subtle external differences
Método de cría
Cave or crevice spawner; the male guards the eggs