Are white cloud minnows extinct?

Data deficient (Data inadequate to determine a threat category)White Cloud Mountain minnow / Conservation status

How long do white clouds live?

between five and seven years
Lifespan. The average White Cloud Mountain Minnow lifespan is anywhere between five and seven years. This is assuming they’re receiving proper care and are kept in good water conditions.

How long are white clouds pregnant for?

Once spawning begins, eggs will be scattered over the plants or spawning mop for up to 24 hours. The eggs will hatch in 36 to 48 hours. Remove the parents once the eggs begin to hatch out.

How many eggs do white cloud minnows lay?

Each cluster has about 400 eggs that you might find on or in one of your aquarium structures. White Cloud minnow eggs will appear within one or two days of your adult fish breeding. The fry will hatch within three days and they’ll tend to stay behind the vegetation, pebbles, or gravel.

Do White Cloud Mountain minnows jump?

About twice the size of neon tetras, fast swimmers and love fast flowing current. Not ideal for a nano or small tank setup at all. No jumper though, of course they have room to swim so it may be different in a smaller setup if harrasment issues arise (they are feisty).

How many white clouds are in a 10-gallon tank?

How many white cloud minnows should I get? As a schooling fish, they feel most comfortable if you get a group of at least six and keep them in a 10-gallon tank or larger. Fortunately, white clouds are pretty inexpensive, so buying a huge group of them won’t break the bank.

Do white clouds go to school?

These fish like to be in schools of at least 5 or 6 individuals. The larger their school is, the less timid the fish will be. They will not harass or compete with their tank mates, so they make great community fish. They are not particularly shy so long as they feel safe and comfortable in their group.

How can you tell if a white cloud minnow is male or female?

Males have a splash of red on their dorsal and caudal fins, as well as a hint of color on their mouths. Females are slightly larger, lack any red color, and have rounder torsos. Males typically have nicer colors overall and can be seen displaying and sparring with each other.