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Freshwater fishGold White Cloud (School of 6)
Gold White Cloud (School of 6)
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White clouds in nature are schooling minnows, so it's best to keep them happy in a school.
Quick Facts
| Scientific Name | Tanichthys albonubes (gold variety) |
| Origin | Southern China and northern Vietnam (aquarium-bred) |
| Care Level | Easy, good for beginners |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Adult Size | Up to 1½" |
| Lifespan | 3–5 years |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Water Temperature | 64–75°F (no heater needed in most homes) |
| pH | 6.5–8.0 |
| Group Size | Sold as a school of 6 |
| Shipping Size | Approx. 1" |
Care Guide
Tank setup: Give them plants and gentle filtration. These are cool-water fish that do fine at room temperature, and they also do well in outdoor ponds and patio tubs in warm months. Keep a lid on the tank.
Feeding: Feed a quality flake or small pellet once or twice a day, only as much as they eat in a couple of minutes. They also enjoy frozen foods like bloodworms and brine shrimp.
Tankmates: They get along with other small, peaceful fish like ricefish, danios, small rasboras, and dwarf shrimp, and can share an unheated tank with other cool-water species. Avoid large fish (including goldfish) that may eat them.
Good to know: White clouds have been kept in aquariums since the 1930s and are one of the hardiest small fish in the hobby. Males show the brightest color when they display to each other.
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