About the Golden White Cloud Minnow
Name: Golden White Cloud Minnow
Max Size: Golden White Cloud Minnows, also known as Tanichthys albonubes "Golden," typically reach a maximum size of around 1.5 inches.
Water Parameters: Golden White Cloud Minnows thrive in slightly acidic to slightly alkaline water conditions. Maintain the water temperature between 64-72Β°F and a pH range of 6.5-7.5. They are adaptable to a wide range of water parameters.
Diet: Golden White Cloud Minnows are omnivorous and accept a variety of foods. They will readily consume high-quality dry flakes or pellets designed for small tropical fish. Supplement their diet with small live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, or bloodworms for optimal health and coloration.
Temperament: Golden White Cloud Minnows are peaceful and sociable fish. They are well-suited for community aquariums and can coexist with other peaceful fish species of similar size and temperament.
Schooling Fish: Golden White Cloud Minnows are schooling fish and feel more secure and exhibit their natural behavior when kept in groups of at least six or more individuals. Providing them with a school of their own kind creates a more harmonious and visually appealing display.
Tank Mates: Golden White Cloud Minnows are compatible with a wide range of peaceful community fish, including other small tetras, rasboras, and danios. Avoid keeping them with larger, aggressive fish that may prey on or intimidate them.
Behavior: Golden White Cloud Minnows are active swimmers and tend to occupy the middle and upper levels of the aquarium. They display playful and energetic behavior, especially when kept in a well-decorated tank with plenty of swimming space and plants for cover.
Fun Fact: The Golden White Cloud Minnow is a selectively bred color variant of the White Cloud Minnow, which is native to the rivers and streams of China. Their vibrant golden coloration and peaceful nature make them a popular choice among aquarists, and they add a splash of brightness to any community aquarium setting.