Ember tetra care
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Ember tetra (Hyphessobrycon amandae) grows to about 2 cm (0.8 in) and needs a tank of at least 30 liters (8 US gallons). Keep it at 22–28 °C (72–82 °F) with a pH of 5.5–7.5.
FreshwaterEasyPeacefulPrefers soft water
Adult size2 cm · 0.8 in
Smallest tank30 L · 8 gal
Temperature22–28 °C · 72–82 °F
pH5.5–7.5
GroupGroups of 8+
TemperamentPeaceful
SwimsMiddle
DietOmnivore
Usually fine with
Neon tetraGuppyPlatyCardinal tetraBronze corydorasZebra danioHarlequin rasboraMollyBristlenose plecoCherry barbSwordtailOtocinclus
Avoid with
AngelfishFancy goldfishParadise fishPictus catfishConvict cichlidOscarJack DempseyFiremouth cichlidPeacock cichlidDemasoni cichlidSeverumCommon goldfish
Track your tank with Guppi
Log water tests by tapping your kit’s colors, get water change reminders and check every tankmate before you buy.
Typical ranges from hobby references, checked by hand. Individual fish and local water vary.
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