Vietnamese Cardinal Minnow (Tanichthys thacbaensis)
Fish in the family Cyprinidae. Easy care. Freshwater.
Quick facts
Scientific nameTanichthys thacbaensis
FamilyCyprinidae
Also known asThac Ba White Cloud, Thacbaensis Minnow
Care levelEasy
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Dietomnivore
Adult size1.2 in
Minimum tank size10 gallons
Water parametersTemp 64-75°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 3-15 dGH
Appearance
Slim minnow with a glowing lateral stripe and red fin accents, similar to the White Cloud but from a separate Vietnamese population.
Difficulty and care for the Vietnamese Cardinal Minnow
Easy
Origin and habitat
Northern Vietnam (Thac Ba)
Keeper notes
Peaceful, hardy temperate schooler like its White Cloud relatives.
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