Can Corydoras Catfish Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?
Corydoras Catfish and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–72°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Corydoras Catfish | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79°F | 60–72°F | 72–72°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–7.5 | 6–8 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 3" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Corydoras Catfish + White Cloud Mountain Minnow
To keep Corydoras Catfish and White Cloud Mountain Minnow together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Corydoras Catfish should be kept in a school of 6+. 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
Corydoras Catfish
Corydoras spp.
Corydoras catfish are beloved bottom-dwelling community fish known for their adorable whiskered faces and playful schooling behavior. With over 160 described species, corys come in many varieties including bronze, albino, panda, pygmy, and sterbai. They are peaceful, hardy, and help keep the substrate clean.
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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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