Can White Cloud Mountain Minnow Live With Panda Corydoras?
White Cloud Mountain Minnow and Panda Corydoras are compatible. Temperature overlap 68–72°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | White Cloud Mountain Minnow | Panda Corydoras | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–72°F | 68–77°F | 68–72°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 6–8 | 6–7.5 | 6–7.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1.5" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 10 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for White Cloud Mountain Minnow + Panda Corydoras
To keep White Cloud Mountain Minnow and Panda Corydoras together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. White Cloud Mountain Minnow should be kept in a school of 6+. Panda Corydoras should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
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.
Full care guide →Panda Corydoras
Corydoras panda
The Panda Corydoras (Corydoras panda) is a beginner-level freshwater fish growing to 2 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 10 gallon tank.
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