Rosy Red Minnow (Pimephales promelas var. rosy)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific namePimephales promelas var. rosy
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asFathead Minnow, Rosy Reds, Tuffy
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size3 in
Minimum tank size20 gallons
Water parametersTemp 50-78°F, pH 6.5-8.0, GH 8-25 dGH
Appearance
Stocky pinkish-gold body; a selectively bred orange color morph of the North American fathead minnow.
Difficulty and care for the Rosy Red Minnow
Easy
Origin and habitat
North America (orange morph of the fathead minnow)
Keeper notes
Peaceful but hardy; often sold cheaply as feeders, so quarantine for disease. Good unheated/pond fish.
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