Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

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Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

59.00 AUD 45.00 AUD
Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

Native - Purple Spotted Gudgeon

59.00 AUD 45.00 AUD
Quantity: 1 gudgeon 6cm
Description
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Purple Spotted Gudgeon (Mogurnda adspersa) Care Guide

 

The Purple Spotted Gudgeon is a hardy, colorful freshwater fish native to Australia, found in slow-moving rivers, creeks, and billabongs. This guide covers everything you need to know to care for them successfully in an aquarium.

 

 

 

1. General Information

• Scientific Name: Mogurnda adspersa

• Common Names: Purple Spotted Gudgeon, Southern Purple Spotted Gudgeon

• Size: Up to 15 cm (6 inches), though usually smaller in aquariums

• Lifespan: Around 5–7 years, sometimes longer with good care

• Temperament: Generally peaceful but can be territorial, especially during breeding

• Activity Level: Bottom to mid-water dweller, but will explore all areas of the tank

 

 

 

2. Aquarium Setup

 

Tank Size

• Minimum 60L (15 gallons) for a single fish

• 100L+ (25 gallons) for a small group (if kept together, provide hiding spots)

 

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 18–26°C (64–79°F)

• pH: 6.5–8.0 (slightly acidic to alkaline)

• Hardness: 5–20 dGH

• Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm

• Nitrate: Below 20 ppm

 

Filtration & Water Flow

• Requires a moderate-flow filter (sponge or canister filter works well)

• Perform weekly 25–30% water changes to maintain water quality

 

Substrate & Decor

• Sand or fine gravel substrate is ideal

• Provide rocks, driftwood, and caves for hiding spots

• Live plants like Vallisneria, Java fern, or Anubias help mimic their natural habitat

 

 

 

3. Diet & Feeding

 

Purple Spotted Gudgeons are carnivorous and prefer a high-protein diet.

 

Best Foods:

 

✅ Live/frozen foods: Bloodworms, brine shrimp, blackworms, daphnia

✅ High-quality sinking pellets or carnivore-specific pellets

✅ Occasional insects like small crickets or mealworms

 

🚫 Avoid feeding too much dry food (flakes) as they may not provide enough nutrition.

 

Feed once or twice daily in small portions to prevent overfeeding.

 

 

 

4. Tank Mates

• Compatible tank mates:

• Peaceful or semi-aggressive fish that won’t fit in their mouth (e.g., rainbowfish, hardy tetras, small catfish)

• Other gudgeons (if space allows)

• Avoid:

• Very small fish like neon tetras (may be eaten)

• Aggressive fish (e.g., cichlids, large barbs)

• Slow-moving fish with long fins (e.g., bettas)

 

 

 

5. Breeding

 

Purple Spotted Gudgeons are egg layers and can breed in captivity with the right conditions.

 

Breeding Setup:

• Use a separate breeding tank (40L+ with plenty of hiding spots)

• Males guard the eggs laid inside caves or under rocks

• Eggs hatch in 4–7 days, and fry should be fed infusoria, baby brine shrimp, or crushed pellets

 

 

 

6. Common Health Issues

• Fungal/Bacterial Infections: Due to poor water quality—prevent with regular maintenance

• Parasites: Can be introduced by live food—quarantine new fish and food sources

• Obesity: Avoid overfeeding fatty foods like mealworms

 

 

 

7. Fun Facts

• They have a strong personality and can recognize their owners.

• Some individuals become quite interactive, even taking food from fingers.

• Once common in Australian waterways, their populations have declined due to habitat destruction and invasive species.

 

 

 

Final Thoughts

 

The Purple Spotted Gudgeon is an excellent fish for those looking for a unique, native Australian species. They are easy to care for as long as their territorial nature and carnivorous diet are considered. With proper care, they will thrive and show off their striking colors for years!

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Shipping and DOAs Policy
Shipping and DOAs Policy
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Important Notes:
Our goal is to use the fastest delivery service possible, although the shipping fee may be higher, we always want our customers to be satisfied and make sure the livestock arrives at your door safe and healthy.

** DOA POLICY UPDATED AUGUST 02 2023

  • For any livestock, you have in your order. If there is any dead problem during transportation. You can send us an email and the video of you receiving the package, if there is more than 50% damage, we will send a replacement, and if less than 50% we will send store credit.

** Area do not ship.

  • Western Australia.
  • Tasmania.
  • Northern Territory.

** Shipping Unit.

  • Startrack premium for livestock and Auspost for others.

 

  • StarTrack Company - StarTrack best courier in Australia (StarTrack Courier Service company of Australia's post office).
  • Auspost – Australia Post (Australia's national postal service provider).

 

  • We only ship from Monday to Wednesday. 
  • Any orders you make from noon Wednesday onward will be processed the next Monday.
  • All orders from Monday to noon of Wednesday will be shipped out in the same week.
  • For any livestock you have in your order, we will ship them via express services such as Toll and Startrack Premium. This will usually take 24 - 48 hours to reach you. (after leaving our workshop)

** How long is the shipping time for livestock?

  • Shipping time is 24-48 hours for live goods.

** For other shipping.

  • If you choose express shipping will be 1-3 days for business and 5-7 days for standard shipping.
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Micro Aquatic Care Instructions
Micro Aquatic Care Instructions
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Our shop always delivers healthy shrimp and fish with the best color of their own.

However, the shrimp and fish you receive may be discolored and the reason of this issue is strong vibration during transportation and they're not be fed during the transport period

To handle this problem we highly recommend to you:

🚩Let the fish relax helps them adapt to any changes in water temperature in the tank. Also prevents pH shock - an imbalance between the water in the shop tank and your tank.

🚩Place the fish bag in a cool, corner, and dark place. Prevent the bag from being bumped, slipped, or dropped. This'll give your new fish a good recovery and acclimatization after a shaky ride from the shop to your home. 

🚩Feed your old fish first to distract them, preventing them from bullying your new fish.

🚩Your new aquarium tank should have a pH of zero ammonia and chlorine before adding new fish.

🚩Turn off the lights, reduce the glare in the room, or limit the light entering the aquarium. This will help the new fish not be stressed.

  • Providing them with excellent water quality, giving them a good environment, and feeding them.
  • Fish that live in exceptional-quality water conditions shine brighter and are far more vibrant
  • Use water conditioner
  • A water conditioner is essential for a healthy tank and colorful, lively fish.
  • Provide good filtration
  • Perform weekly water changes
  • Perform weekly maintenance
  • Provide correct temperatures:
  1. Aquarium size
  2. Safe retreats
  3. Lighting
  4. Tank mates
  5. Species numbers
  • Color Enhancing Fish Food
  • Color Enhancing Vegetables, Fruit, Herbs, And Other Things:
  1. Bell peppers
  2. Bok choy
  3. Kale
  4. Winter squash
  5. Broccoli
  6. Collards
  7. Pumpkin
  8. Mustard greens
  • Crushed and Powdered Herbs are a good diet supplement:
  1. Turmeric
  2. Garlic
  3. Basil
  4. Coriander
  5. Parsley
  • Healthy social environment-Making sure the social environment is balanced
  • Premium fish food – using a variety of foods provides your fish with essential vitamins and minerals, keeping them healthy
  • Spirulina, for example, is a type of algae known to enhance pigment in fish naturally
  • Bloodworms, brine shrimp, and krill are other natural color-enhancing foods.
  • LED lighting – available in many color spectrums, LED lighting is another way of enhancing fish hue.
  • Vitamin supplements – adding supplements to your fish diet can also help improve their coloring.
  • Using the Art of Color to Enhance Fish Pigmentation in an Aquarium
  • Contrasting colors in an aquarium is a great way to make the tank ‘pop’ with life and vitality
  • Choosing the gravel, plants, and decorations for the tank
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