Ember Tetra

EMBER TETRA

Hyphessobrycon amandae

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📍 BASIC INFO

Origin: South America – Araguaia River Basin, Brazil

Adult Size: 0.75″–1″

Temperament: Peaceful / Schooling

Care Level: ⭐ Easy

Tank Level: Middle

🍽 DIET

Omnivore

Accepts: Micro pellets, finely crushed flakes, frozen or live baby brine shrimp, daphnia, cyclops, and other appropriately sized foods

✔ COMPATIBILITY

Ideal for peaceful nano aquariums with small rasboras, Pygmy Corys, dwarf shrimp, and other non-aggressive species. Avoid large, aggressive, or highly active fish that may eat or intimidate them. Keep in a school of at least 6, preferably 10 or more.

💧 WATER PARAMETERS

pH: 5.5–7.5

Temperature: 72–82°F

Ammonia: 0 ppm

Nitrite: 0 ppm

Nitrate: <20 ppm

⭐ HIGHLIGHT

A tiny schooling tetra with a warm orange-red glow resembling a burning ember. Its coloration becomes especially vibrant in planted aquariums with darker backgrounds and subdued lighting.

📝 CARE NOTES

Keep in a fully cycled aquarium with stable, clean water and gentle filtration. Provide dense plants, shaded areas, and open swimming space. Because of its very small mouth, offer finely sized foods in small portions. Larger schools encourage confidence and produce the most attractive display.

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