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Snakehead Gudgeon (Giuris margaritaceus) XL. XL Snakehead Gudgeon: Care Guide: The snakehead gudgeon ( Giuris margaritaceus ; often misspelled as Gluris margaritaceus ) is a striking, predatory sleeper goby belonging to the family Eleotridae. Known in the aquarium hobby by various names-including the Irian Golden Nugget gudgeon , rainbow snakehead gudgeon , and ornate sleeper -this species is highly valued for its robust, cylindrical body and vibrant, iridescent colouration. Despite its common name, it is completely unrelated to true, highly aggressive snakeheads ( Channa spp.), though it features a similarly flattened head profile. Profile Overview Common Names: Snakehead gudgeon, Irian Golden Nugget gudgeon, ornate sleeper, payangka Scientific Name: Giuris margaritaceus (synonym: Ophieleotris aporos ) Adult Size: 25 to 29 cm (10 to. Source: The Fish Barn. Please confirm current availability, size, price, delivery and collection terms with the seller.

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