Can Nerite Snail Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?
Nerite Snail and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are compatible. Temperature overlap 72–72°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–78°F | 60–72°F | 72–72°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8.5 | 6–8 | 7–8 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1" | 1.5" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Nerite Snail + White Cloud Mountain Minnow
To keep Nerite 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
Nerite Snail
Neritina spp.
Nerite snails are the best algae-eating snails for freshwater aquariums. They come in beautiful patterns (zebra, tiger, horned, olive) and will not reproduce in freshwater — making them the ideal pest-free algae cleanup crew. A single nerite can keep a 5-gallon tank virtually algae-free.
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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