Can white cloud minnows live with dwarf neon rainbowfish?
Verdict
No
No. White cloud minnows and dwarf neon rainbowfish should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); dwarf neon rainbowfish need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerWhite cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); dwarf neon rainbowfish need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What works
- pH 6.5–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| White cloud minnow | Dwarf neon rainbowfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–72 °F | 75–82 °F |
| pH | 6–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 20 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
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Questions
Can white cloud minnows live with dwarf neon rainbowfish?
No. White cloud minnows and dwarf neon rainbowfish should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); dwarf neon rainbowfish need 75–82°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both white cloud minnows and dwarf neon rainbowfish?
None. White cloud minnows need 60–72 °F and dwarf neon rainbowfish need 75–82 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do white cloud minnows and dwarf neon rainbowfish need together?
At least 20 gal, set by the dwarf neon rainbowfish. Add space for each extra fish.













