White Cloud Mountain Minnow

Care requirements

Care level: Beginner.

Lifespan: 5–7 years.

Aquarium size and space needs

Minimum aquarium size: 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length. Plan the layout and stocking within that limit.

Water parameters

Suitable water: temperature 14–22 °C, pH 6–8, GH 5–20 dGH, KH 2–12 dKH.

Temperament and compatibility

White Cloud Mountain Minnow is peaceful and suits calm community fish.

Plant safe

Yes

Shrimp safe

Yes

Snail safe

Yes

Community safe

Yes

Beginner friendly

Yes

Aquascape fit

Yes

Swimming zone and behavior

This fish uses the middle to upper part of the aquarium, so leave enough open swimming space for movement and feeding.

Feeding

As an omnivore, White Cloud Mountain Minnow should receive a varied diet rather than one repeated food type.

Offer small flakes, micro-pellets, Daphnia, Artemia and insect larvae. Adjust portions to temperature and appetite.

Natural habitat and origin

Origin: Southern China and northern Vietnam.

Natural habitat: Clean cool streams and vegetated margins with gentle current, high oxygen and open swimming areas.

Breeding notes

Breeding difficulty: Beginner - Intermediate.

The species is hardy in cool, clean water but should not be treated as a tropical fish. Long-term temperatures above 24 °C are best avoided.

Before adding this fish

• Plan for an aquarium of 54 L or larger / ≥ 60 cm (≥ 23.6 in) minimum length.
• Avoid aggressive or highly competitive fish.
• Offer a varied diet that matches this species.