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Rosy Red Minnow Aquarium Care Guide

Pimephales promelas

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Keeping Rosy Red Minnow in an aquarium requires the right conditions.

Aquarium Information

  • Care level: beginner
  • Temperament: peaceful
  • Diet: omnivore
  • Minimum tank size: 10 gallons (for a small group)
  • Compatibility: Excellent for community tanks with other peaceful, coldwater or temperate fish of similar size. Avoid housing with aggressive or fin-nipping species.
  • Special requirements: Requires good filtration and aeration. Benefits from a well-planted tank with hiding spots. Can tolerate a wide range of water conditions but thrives in stable environments. Schooling fish, best kept in groups of 6 or more.

Water parameters

Temperature
10-24°C (50-75°F)
pH level
6.0-8.0
Hardness
5-20 dGH

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