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Can Bristlenose Pleco and White Cloud Mountain Minnow Live Together?
Not recommended
- Temperature ranges do not overlap (Bristlenose Pleco: 73-81°F vs White Cloud Mountain Minnow: 60-72°F).
- Shared pH window: 6.5-7.5.
- White Cloud Mountain Minnow may fit in Bristlenose Pleco's mouth as it grows; watch closely.
Side-by-side
| Parameter | Bristlenose Pleco | White Cloud Mountain Minnow |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 5" | 1.5" |
| Min tank | 29 gal | 10 gal |
| Temperature | 73-81°F | 60-72°F |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 | 6-8 |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore |
Recommended shared tank: 29 gallons or larger. Target pH 6.5-7.5.
FAQ
Can Bristlenose Pleco and White Cloud Mountain Minnow live together?
Not recommended. Temperature ranges do not overlap (Bristlenose Pleco: 73-81°F vs White Cloud Mountain Minnow: 60-72°F).
What size tank do Bristlenose Pleco and White Cloud Mountain Minnow need together?
Plan for at least 29 gallons, more if you keep schooling groups of either species.
See full care guides: Bristlenose Pleco · White Cloud Mountain Minnow