Gold Tanichthys

The Gold Tanichthys is a selectively bred colour variety of the White Cloud Mountain Minnow (Tanichthys albonubes) in which the normal silver-green body colouration has been replaced by a warm golden-yellow hue. The species' distinctive red anterior fin marking and white lateral stripe are retained, creating a fish that is arguably more striking than the wild type.

Like all White Cloud Mountain Minnows, the Gold form thrives in cool water — an unheated aquarium in a temperate room may be ideal, and the species should never be kept at tropical temperatures above 22°C for extended periods. It is one of the most adaptable and forgiving coldwater fish available, tolerating a wide pH range and moderate hardness without difficulty.

The Gold Tanichthys is suitable for outdoor tubs in warmer months in temperate climates, and makes an excellent pond fish in protected situations. Indoors, a cool planted tank with a tight lid (as the species is a jumper) provides the best environment.