The classic hardy minnow, happy in unheated Perth homes.
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
The classic hardy minnow, happy in unheated Perth homes.
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About this fish
White Cloud Mountain Minnow is a peaceful, hardy schooling fish known for its bright golden body, subtle red accents, and active swimming behaviour. This colourful variation of the classic White Cloud Mountain Minnow adds movement and warmth to community aquariums, making it a great choice for both beginner and experienced fish keepers.
This species does best when kept in groups, where their natural schooling behaviour can be seen. They are generally peaceful and can be housed with other small, non-aggressive community fish. White Clouds are highly adaptable and hardy and can be kept in both coldwater and tropical aquariums, they thrive best in stable, well-maintained aquariums with good filtration and plenty of swimming space.
Their smaller size and active nature make them ideal for planted tanks, nano aquariums, and peaceful community setups. A darker substrate and live plants can help bring out their golden colouration beautifully.
Care Requirements
- Tank Size: 40L+
- Temperament: Peaceful
- Diet: Omnivore — quality flakes, micro pellets, frozen or live foods
- Adult Size: Approx. 3–4cm
- Temperature: 18–24°C
- pH: 6.5–7.5
- Care Level: Easy
- Schooling: Best kept in groups of 5 or more
School of Scape Quality
At School of Scape, we select healthy Golden White Cloud Mountain Minnows with bright colour, active behaviour, and strong condition. This fish is a great choice for aquarists looking for a hardy, peaceful schooling species that adds colour and movement to the aquarium. Ensure a gradual acclimation to minimise stress to your new fish.
How your fish arrive
Packed in oxygen filled bags inside an insulated box and sent overnight by air express on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Live arrival
8 hour live arrival guarantee. If a fish arrives dead or clearly stressed from transit, contact us within 8 hours of delivery with photos of the fish in the original sealed bag, and we will replace or refund it. Freight is not refundable, and someone needs to be home to accept the delivery. Remote far north WA (Gascoyne, Pilbara and Kimberley) is sent at your own risk.
Delivery and returns
Free delivery over $100 in WA and $150 elsewhere in Australia. Free pickup from our Kenwick store, Tue to Sat, 12pm to 6pm.