GOLD WHITE CLOUD MINNOW

The Gold White Cloud Mountain Minnow (Tanichthys albonubes “Gold”) is a beautiful, selectively bred variety of the classic White Cloud Minnow, prized for its warm golden coloration and peaceful temperament. This strain features a soft metallic gold to pale yellow body accented by a bright red tail and fins with crisp white tips. Under aquarium lighting, the fish seem to shimmer with a golden glow, bringing a gentle brightness and harmony to any community or unheated aquarium.

Adult Gold White Cloud Minnows grow to about 1.5 inches (3.5–4 cm) in length and are highly social schooling fish that should be kept in groups of at least six or more. Their constant movement and coordinated schooling behavior create a lively yet serene display, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

Ideal water parameters:
Temperature: 64–75°F (18–24°C) — they thrive in cooler water
pH: 6.5–8.0
Hardness: 5–19 dGH

Tank setup:
Gold White Clouds thrive in aquariums of 15 gallons or larger with clean, well-oxygenated water and gentle flow. They prefer cooler temperatures and do not require a heater in most homes. Provide open swimming areas along with live plants, driftwood, or rocks for cover. Floating plants help diffuse light and make the fish feel more comfortable. A dark substrate or background enhances their golden sheen beautifully.

Diet:
These minnows are omnivores and easy to feed. Offer high-quality flakes or micro-pellets as a staple, and supplement with live or frozen foods such as daphnia, brine shrimp, or bloodworms for color enhancement and variety. Occasional vegetable-based foods like spirulina flakes help maintain vibrant coloration and digestive health.

Temperament and tankmates:
Gold White Cloud Mountain Minnows are peaceful, hardy, and perfect for community aquariums. They pair well with other cool-water fish such as zebra danios, hillstream loaches, rosy barbs, and corydoras. Avoid aggressive or large species that might harass them.

Breeding:
They are easy to breed in aquariums with fine-leaved plants or spawning mops, where females scatter eggs. Adults do not care for their eggs, so separating them after spawning or providing dense vegetation will improve fry survival. Fry hatch in about 48–60 hours and can be fed infusoria or powdered fry food.

In summary, the Gold White Cloud Mountain Minnow (Tanichthys albonubes “Gold”) is a graceful, colorful, and peaceful fish that adds warmth and movement to any freshwater setup—especially unheated or planted aquariums. Its golden body, red fins, and easygoing nature make it a perfect choice for aquarists seeking a hardy, low-maintenance, and visually stunning schooling fish.