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Longfin Red & White Cloud
Tanichthys albonubes
| Size | Fish size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Large | 1.5 inches | $9.00 |
| Xlarge | 1.75 inches | $12.00 |
- Scientific name
- Tanichthys albonubes
- Family
- Cyprinidae
- Origin
- Hong Kong, White Cloud Mountains
- Planted tanks
- Compatible.
Care & water parameters
These fish are very hardy provided you provide good filtration and don't let the water get to hot (>84F). The exception is the Long Fin Red White Clouds which prefers a temperature range of 68F to 74F but will handle extremely low temperatures and should always be kept under 80F. The other fish in this category prefer temperatures in the 72-78F range but will do very well with temps down to about 62F and up to about 84F. Hardness does not matter as much as temperature as they are found in extremely soft and hard waters depending on the seasonal changes. PH should be kept between 6.5 and 7.5. These fish are omniverous and will thrive on a diet high in animal and vegetable proteins such as top quality flake feeds, and any form of live, dried or frozen brine shrimp.
About this fish
A long finned variety of the southern white clouds found near Hong Kong. A variety of these fish have been kept in the hobby for over fifty years. These fish are often recommended as a good beginners fish as they are easy to keep and breed. They are sometimes referred to as meteor minnows. They are a temperate species and do prefer cooler temperatures in the 60s F, but will do very well in a community tank kept in the middle 70s F.