Can white cloud minnows and kuhli loaches live together?

No

White cloud minnows and kuhli loaches should not share a tank.

White cloud minnow Kuhli loach

Why

  • Kuhli loaches need at least 75°F (24°C), but white cloud minnows should stay at or below 72°F (22°C). No temperature suits both.

What each one needs

White cloud minnowKuhli loachBoth
Temperature60–72°F (16–22°C)75–86°F (24–30°C)No overlap
pH6.0–8.05.5–7.06.0–7.0
Minimum tank10 gal (38 L)20 gal (76 L)20 gal (76 L)
Keep at least65
Adult size1.5 in (3.8 cm)4 in (10.2 cm)

Better tank mates for white cloud minnows

Better tank mates for kuhli loaches