Species Profile
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Tanichthys albonubes
Daniospeaceful
Adult size
1.5″
Minimum tank
10 gal
Temperature
60–72°F
pH
6–8
Schooling
Group of 6+
Water level
top
Diet
Flake, micro pellets
Notes
Coldwater Chinese minnow, one of the few tropicals that thrives unheated and pairs reliably with fancy goldfish. Vivid stripe along the body, bright red fins. Group of 8+ recommended; very easy and underrated.
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