Can Green Neon Tetra Live With White Cloud Mountain Minnow?

Green Neon Tetra and White Cloud Mountain Minnow are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✗ Not Compatible

No temperature overlap. Green Neon Tetra needs 75–85°F, but White Cloud Mountain Minnow needs 57–72°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–6.5.

Size ✓ Compatible

Compatible sizes (1" and 1.5").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Fish occupy different water levels (Green Neon Tetra: middle, 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 Green Neon Tetra.

Important Notes

  • Green Neon Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 10 of its kind.
  • White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a schooling fish and needs at least 6 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 15 gallons

ParameterGreen Neon TetraWhite Cloud Mountain Minnow
Temperature75–85°F57–72°F
pH4–6.56–8
Max Size1"1.5"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleTop
Min Tank10 gal10 gal

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