Can Assassin Snail Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?
Assassin Snail and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are compatible. Temperature overlap 70–72°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Assassin Snail | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 70–80°F | 60–72°F | 70–72°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6.5–8 | 6–8 | 6.5–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Carnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Assassin Snail + White Cloud Mountain Minnow
To keep Assassin Snail and White Cloud Mountain Minnow together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. White Cloud Mountain Minnow should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Assassin Snail
Clea helena
Assassin snails are the natural pest snail control solution. They hunt and eat bladder snails, pond snails, Malaysian trumpet snails, and ramshorn snails. They breed slowly (unlike pest snails), have attractive yellow and dark brown striped shells, and are safe with fish and shrimp.
Full care guide →White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Tanichthys albonubes
White cloud mountain minnows are hardy, colorful cold-water fish that are perfect for unheated aquariums and goldfish companions. Their small size, brilliant red fins, and iridescent lateral line make them surprisingly attractive for such a hardy, easy-to-keep species. They are one of the few truly cold-water schooling fish available in the hobby.
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