Species profile
Vietnamese Cardinal Minnow
Tanichthys micagemmaeVietnamese Cardinal Minnow (Tanichthys micagemmae) is a schooling community species for a cycled 15+ gallon freshwater aquarium. Plan for about 1.2 inches as an adult, 64-76°F water, pH 6.5-7.8, and beginner-friendly care. Keep a group of at least 8; larger groups often behave more naturally when the tank has room.
Community leaningBeginner-friendly care
15 galMinimum tank
1.2 inAdult size
8Schooling minimum
64-76°FTemperature
Water Range
- pH
- 6.5-7.8
- GH
- 3-15 dGH
- KH
- 2-10 dKH
Behavior
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Fin nipping
- 0/5
- Territory
- 0/5
Diet and Care
- Diet
- omnivore
- Diet difficulty
- 1/5
- Care difficulty
- 1/5
Planning Notes
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