Can white cloud minnows live with glass catfish?
Verdict
No
No. White cloud minnows and glass catfish should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glass catfish need 75–80°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerWhite cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glass catfish need 75–80°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 | Glass catfish | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–72 °F | 75–80 °F |
| pH | 6–8 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 in | 3.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 10 gal | 30 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
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Questions
Can white cloud minnows live with glass catfish?
No. White cloud minnows and glass catfish should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glass catfish need 75–80°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both white cloud minnows and glass catfish?
None. White cloud minnows need 60–72 °F and glass catfish need 75–80 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do white cloud minnows and glass catfish need together?
At least 30 gal, set by the glass catfish. Add space for each extra fish.













