White Cloud Mountain Minnow
A hardy, cool-water schooling fish that is great for beginners. White Clouds do well without a heater in many homes and enjoy gentle flow.
tankSize
40L (10 gal) minimum for a group
careLevel
Beginner
temperature
18 to 22C
temperament
Peaceful
diet
Flakes, micro-pellets, and small frozen foods
lifespan
3 to 5 years
aloneOrCommunity
Community (schooling)
weeklyMaintenance
Water changes and basic cleaning
Best for
- Beginner aquariums
- Cooler-water community tanks
- Owners who want an active school
- People who prefer low-heat setups
Not ideal for
- Very warm tropical tanks
- Uncycled aquariums
- Tanks with large aggressive fish
- Very small tanks without room for a group
Temperament
- Peaceful and energetic
- Best kept in groups of 6 or more
- Enjoys open swimming space
Daily routine
feeding: Feed once or twice daily; keep portions modest.
check: Confirm active schooling and clear fins.
enrichment: Provide some plants and gentle flow for natural movement.
Living fit
smallHome: Great fit for simple setups without high heat.
kids: Excellent for learning basic aquarium care.
firstTimeOwner: Very beginner-friendly with a cycled tank.
Health notes
- Hardy but still needs clean water and stable conditions.
- Avoid overheating and low-oxygen water.
- Group size helps reduce stress.
Cost and time
time: Low daily time; simple weekly maintenance.
cost: Affordable fish; low equipment needs if room temp suits them.
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