Can white cloud minnows live with glowlight tetras?
Verdict
No
No. White cloud minnows and glowlight tetras should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glowlight tetras need 74–80°F. No temperature suits both.
What to watch
- Deal breakerWhite cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glowlight tetras need 74–80°F. No temperature suits both.
What works
- pH 6–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| White cloud minnow | Glowlight tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 60–72 °F | 74–80 °F |
| pH | 6–8 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 1.5 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 white cloud minnows live with glowlight tetras?
No. White cloud minnows and glowlight tetras should not share a tank. White cloud minnows are coldwater animals (60–72°F); glowlight tetras need 74–80°F. No temperature suits both.
What temperature suits both white cloud minnows and glowlight tetras?
None. White cloud minnows need 60–72 °F and glowlight tetras need 74–80 °F, so the ranges do not meet.
What size tank do white cloud minnows and glowlight tetras need together?
At least 10 gal, set by the white cloud minnow. Add space for each extra fish.













