How long do White Cloud Mountain Minnows usually live?

Question

I have some in my aquarium and three have died during the last fortnight. They are about two and a half years old, are they dying of old age?

Answer 1

Probably of old age... maybe something wrong. Minnows usually don't even live that long, so probably old age...

Answer 2

Scientific Name: Tanichthys albonubes
Common Names: Meteor Minnow, Chinese Danio
White Cloud Mountain Minnow Care Level: Easy, good for freshwater beginners
Life span: 3 - 5 years generally, possibly longer
Size: Up to 2 inches (5 cm)
pH: 6 - 8
Temperature: 45°F - 70°F (7°C - 21°C)
Water Hardness: 5° to 25° dH,
Origin / Habitat: China
Temperament / Behavior: Peaceful and best kept in schools of 6 or more.
Breeding / Mating / Reproduction: Easy. Give them a water temperature around 68°F and they will lay their eggs on the bottom of the tank. You will have to remove the adults because they will eat the eggs.
Tank Size: 5 gallon or larger.
Compatible Tank Mates: Many, given their generally peaceful nature.
Disease Freshwater Fish Disease - Diagnose, Symptoms and Treatment
Diet / Fish Food Omnivore - will eat many food items including flakes, pellets and live foods.
Tank Region: All over the tank
Gender: Males will have more color than the females.
Similar Species: Cyprinids, Barbs

Answer 3

3-10 years

Answer 4

My Dad has a White Cloud moutain Minnow and his name is Tim. I would say these fish would to live to a life span of 5-14 years. The little minnow lives with two other goldfish. Bubbles and peachy. they are fantails.

Answer 5

Thats a good age for them, around about 2 to 2half is about right

Answer 6

www.fishpondinfo.com/wcmm.htm

There is some interesting information on this website.
It says 3-10 years

Answer 7

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