Can Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?

Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 68–72°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (2.5" and 1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid: bottom, White Cloud Mountain Minnow: top), reducing conflict.

Trait Conflict ✗ Not Compatible

White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a coldwater species and should not be kept with tropical fish like Umbrella Dwarf Cichlid.

Important Notes

  • White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 25 gallons

ParameterUmbrella Dwarf CichlidWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow
Temperature68–78°F57–72°F
pH5.5–7.56–8
Max Size2.5"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelBottomTop
Min Tank20 gal10 gal

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