Can Mystery Snail Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?
Mystery Snail and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are compatible. Temperature overlap 68–72°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Mystery Snail | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 60–72°F | 68–72°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 6–8 | 7–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Mystery Snail + White Cloud Mountain Minnow
To keep Mystery 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
Mystery Snail
Pomacea bridgesii
Mystery snails are popular aquarium snails known for their vibrant colors (gold, ivory, blue, purple, black), algae-eating ability, and entertaining personality. Unlike pest snails, they won't overrun your tank as they lay visible egg clutches above the waterline that are easy to control. They're peaceful, hardy, and safe for planted tanks.
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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