Can celestial pearl danios live with white cloud minnows?
Verdict
No
No. Celestial pearl danios and white cloud minnows should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); celestial pearl danios need 72–79°F. They meet only at 72°F, the edge of both ranges.
What to watch
- Deal breakerWhite cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); celestial pearl danios need 72–79°F. They meet only at 72°F, the edge of both ranges.
What works
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Celestial pearl danio | White cloud minnow | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–79 °F | 60–72 °F |
| pH | 6.5–7.5 | 6–8 |
| Adult size | 1.0 in | 1.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can celestial pearl danios live with white cloud minnows?
No. Celestial pearl danios and white cloud minnows should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); celestial pearl danios need 72–79°F. They meet only at 72°F, the edge of both ranges.
What temperature suits both celestial pearl danios and white cloud minnows?
72–72 °F. Celestial pearl danios need 72–79 °F, white cloud minnows need 60–72 °F.
What size tank do celestial pearl danios and white cloud minnows need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the celestial pearl danio. Add space for each extra fish.













