White Cloud Minnows Nipping Angelfish

[MrNiceGuy]

I have 2 angelfish and 12 white cloud minnows in a 55 gallon tank. the angels are about 4-5 inches, but they were pretty beat up when i got them (about 2 weeks ago). it looks like a fin rot/parasite problem and im treating that now.

anyway, the white clouds have been nipping the angels on a regular basis. not constantly, but enough for me to take notice. I thought white clouds were one of the most peaceful fish, but i guess not. is there anyhting i can do?

 

[eaglesaquarium]

Is a quarantine tank a possibility?

 

[Caprichoso]

I think it's a case of them seeing a weakness and going after weaker prey. That is too bad because yes, white clouds are very peaceful under normal conditions. I agree with the above, is there a way to quarantine the angels, or a temporary move of the minnows?

Good luck!