Mountain Minnow Fish – Pair

Why Choose Mountain Minnow Fish?

Mountain Minnows are perfect for aquarists looking for a hardy, low-maintenance fish that thrives without heaters in mild climates. Their peaceful nature and schooling behavior add life and elegance to any aquarium.

Key Features

• Peaceful schooling fish

• Hardy and beginner-friendly

• Beautiful silver body with red fins

• Suitable for cool-water aquariums

• Active swimmer, best kept in groups

Care Level

Easy – ideal for beginners and community tanks

Tank Requirements

• Tank Size: Minimum 10 gallons

• Water Type: Freshwater

• Temperature: 16°C – 24°C (prefers cooler water)

• pH Level: 6.0 – 7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate

• Decor: Plants and open swimming space recommended

Adult Size

• Grows up to 3–4 cm (1.5 inches)

Diet

Mountain Minnows are omnivores and easy eaters:

• High-quality flakes or micro pellets

• Live or frozen food (brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms)

• Occasional vegetable-based food

Compatibility

• Compatible with danios, guppies, platies, corydoras, shrimp, and snails

• Avoid aggressive or large tropical fish

• Not suitable for very warm-water tanks

Behavior

• Active, fast-moving schooling fish

• Keep in groups of 6 or more for best color and behavior

• Peaceful and non-territorial

Breeding Information

• Egg scatterer

• Breeding possible in home aquariums

• Adults may eat eggs; breeding tank recommended