Minnow Mountain White Cloud (Tanichthys Albonubes)
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Description
White Cloud Mountain Minnow (Tanichthys albonubes)
The White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a hardy, colorful, and highly active species that remains a staple in the global aquarium trade. Known for its shimmering bronze-green body and vibrant red fins, this resilient fish is perfect for nano aquariums and unheated setups. With proper care, the White Cloud Mountain Minnow rewards aquarists with elegant movement and striking metallic coloration.
Key Information
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Common Name: White Cloud Mountain Minnow, WCMM
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Scientific Name: Tanichthys albonubes
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Origin: White Cloud Mountain, China
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Max Size: 3.5–4 cm
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Lifespan: 3–5 years
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Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish
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Diet: Omnivore – flakes, micro-pellets, frozen foods
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Care Level: Easy
Water Parameters
Temperature: 14–22°C pH: 6.0–8.5 Hardness: 5–19 dGH Minimum Tank Size: 40L+
Behaviour & Tank Compatibility
White Cloud Mountain Minnows are active, peaceful schoolers that do best in groups of six or more. They are excellent community fish and pair well with other temperate species such as Zebra Danios, Rosy Barbs, and various freshwater shrimp. Their playful sparring behavior and constant activity bring a sense of energy to the upper layers of the aquarium.
Ideal Tank Setup
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Planted tanks with plenty of swimming space
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Temperate setups (no heater required in most indoor environments)
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Dark substrate to enhance metallic coloration
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Moderate water flow to mimic their natural mountain stream habitat
