White Cloud Mountain minnow

Overview: The White Cloud Mountain Minnow, hailed for its striking beauty and peaceful demeanor, is a small and vibrant freshwater fish that adds a touch of liveliness to any aquarium. Originating from the White Cloud Mountain area in China, this species is an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

Origin: Found in the serene waters of the White Cloud Mountain region in China, this species thrives in cooler temperatures, usually inhabiting slow-moving streams and ponds.

Feeding: White Clouds are omnivorous and easily adapt to various foods. They enjoy a varied diet consisting of high-quality flakes, pellets, freeze-dried, or live foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.

Tank Mates: Peaceful and sociable, White Clouds coexist harmoniously with other peaceful fish species like other small tetras, danios, rasboras, and some peaceful bottom-dwellers like Corydoras catfish or small shrimp.

Aggression: Known for their tranquil nature, these minnows are non-aggressive and make great community fish, rarely displaying territorial behavior.

Experience Level: Ideal for aquarists of all experience levels, these hardy fish are forgiving of fluctuations in water parameters and are relatively easy to care for.

Water Parameters: White Clouds thrive in slightly cooler temperatures ranging from 64-72°F (18-22°C). They prefer neutral to slightly alkaline water with a pH between 6.0-8.0 and moderate hardness.