Firetail Gudgeon
The Firetail Gudgeon (Hypseleotris galii) is a colourful and active Australian native freshwater fish, recognised for its striking reddish-orange tail and attractive body markings. Its vibrant colours and lively personality make it an interesting addition to a peaceful community aquarium.
Firetail Gudgeons are generally found around vegetation, submerged roots and other sheltered areas. In the aquarium, they appreciate plenty of plants, driftwood and hiding spaces, along with open areas for swimming. They are best kept with similarly sized, peaceful tank mates.
Care Guide
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Scientific Name: Hypseleotris galii
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Common Name: Firetail Gudgeon
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Origin: Australia
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Temperament: Generally peaceful, may be territorial towards its own kind
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Diet: Carnivore – accepts quality micro pellets, frozen and live foods
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Care Level: Easy to Moderate
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Tank Setup: Planted aquarium with driftwood, rocks and sheltered areas
Recommended Water Parameters
Feeding
Firetail Gudgeons are small carnivorous fish that enjoy a varied diet. Offer quality small pellets alongside frozen or live foods such as bloodworms, daphnia and brine shrimp. A varied diet helps maintain their health, condition and natural colouration.
Aquarium Requirements
Provide a well-established aquarium with plenty of plants, hiding spots and gentle water movement. Firetail Gudgeons can be kept in peaceful community setups with appropriately sized tank mates. Avoid housing them with large or aggressive fish that may bully or prey on them.
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