PisciDex Species Profile
Ember Tetra
Tiny orange schooling tetra suited to peaceful planted nano and small community aquariums.
Hyphessobrycon amandae
Acestrorhamphidae | South America | Araguaia River basin
Core Requirements
Tank Size
10 gallons minimum
Adult Size
1 inches
Group Size
Group 8+
Bioload
1/10
Water Parameters
Temperature
72-82 F
pH
5.5-7.2
Plant Safe
Yes
Invert Safe
Yes
Data Confidence
medium
Temperature note: Recommended and tolerated temperature ranges currently match the primary care profile.
Behavior & Husbandry
Temperament
Peaceful
Aggression
1/10
Diet
Omnivore
Difficulty
Easy
Lifespan
3 years
Breeding
Intermediate
Schooling
Yes
Compatibility Tags
CommunityNano TankPeacefulSchoolingMid WaterPlant SafeInvert SafeShrimp SafeBeginner FriendlySoftwater
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Species Compatibility
Database-driven compatibility notes for planning community aquariums.