Can Ember Tetra Live With Amano Shrimp?
✅Compatible
Ember Tetra and Amano Shrimp are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Amano Shrimp | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 64–82°F | 73–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 5.5–6.8 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 11 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Ember Tetra + Amano Shrimp
To keep Ember Tetra and Amano Shrimp together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Ember Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Amano Shrimp should be kept in a school of 6+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Ember Tetra (Hyphessobrycon amandae) is a beginner freshwater species known for its orange-red coloration. Tiny. Mid.
Full care guide →Amano Shrimp
Caridina multidentata
beginnerpeaceful11+ gal
The Amano Shrimp (Caridina multidentata) is a beginner freshwater species known for its translucent gray-green, brown dots coloration. Best freshwater algae-eating shrimp. All surfaces.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Amano Shrimp:
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