New fish...Purple Spotted Gudgeon

[jeaninel]

Just picked up 2 of these mini monsters. Right now they are in my QT. First time I've owned any type of gudgeon and they are quickly growing on me. Loads of personality and pretty bold. Today is the 2nd day I've had them and one of them took krill right out of my hand lol. Below is a video and some pics taken on their first day. They seem to be settling in nicely.

 

[BIG-G]

Nice pictures. Pretty little mini monster.
Any update on these ? How are they doing for you?

 

[jeaninel]

Thanks! They're doing great. These guys are very quick learners. By day 2 they were eating out of my hand. Everytime they see me they are at the glass begging. Such piggies lol. Here's a video of me hand feeding them bits of freeze dried krill.

https://youtube.com/shorts/AMv72R3pPqA

https://youtube.com/shorts/gSHxobj4Dj

 

[jeaninel]

Oops, should have the right video now. The first link is the correct one.

 

[BIG-G]

Aggressive eaters!
I love the little attitude they have.
Thanks for sharing

 

[erythrinus]

I recently picked up 2 gudeons since I’ve never kept them, and have a question. I’ve read that they often pair if of opposite sex, but how aggressive are they to each other if they are the same gender? Mine are about 2” long and live together, though one is clearly dominant. How aggressive are same gendered individuals to each other?
As an aside, these fish are ridiculously extroverted and literally stare me down when I come near their aquarium. They are also quite bleautifully colored.