Atlantic mudskipper vs Northern trout gudgeon: can they live together?

Verdict: With caution

  • The Northern trout gudgeon can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • The Atlantic mudskipper is best kept in a species tank.
  • The Atlantic mudskipper can be semi-aggressive or nip fins.
  • Both are comfortable at 25–26°C (77–79°F).
  • A pH of 7.0–7.8 suits both.
  • Minimum tank for the pair: 150 L (40 US gal)

Side by side

Atlantic mudskipperNorthern trout gudgeon
Adult size25 cm (9.8 in)17.5 cm (6.9 in)
Minimum tank150 L (40 US gal)150 L (40 US gal)
Temperature25–30°C (77–86°F)24–26°C (75–79°F)
pH7.0–8.06.0–7.8
Hardness10–25 dGH (178–446 ppm)–
TemperamentSemi-aggressiveSemi-aggressive
Community tankNot suitableGood
Care levelEasyEasy
DietCarnivoreOmnivore

Species profiles