Can Skunk Cleaner Shrimp Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?
Incompatible temperatures. Skunk Cleaner Shrimp needs 75–82°F, White Cloud Mountain Minnow needs 60–72°F.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Skunk Cleaner Shrimp | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 75–82°F | 60–72°F | No overlap ✗ |
| pH Range | 8.1–8.4 | 6–8 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 20 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Skunk Cleaner Shrimp
Lysmata amboinensis
Skunk cleaner shrimp are one of the most useful invertebrates in reef tanks. They operate a 'cleaning station' where fish line up to have parasites, dead skin, and debris removed from their bodies and gills. This natural cleaning service helps keep fish healthy and disease-free. They are also strikingly beautiful with their red-and-white striped body and long white antennae.
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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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