Can Ember Tetra Live With Assassin Snail?
✅Compatible
Ember Tetra and Assassin Snail are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–80°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Assassin Snail | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 72–81°F | 73–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 1.2" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 5 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Ember Tetra + Assassin Snail
To keep Ember Tetra and Assassin Snail together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Ember Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Assassin Snail should be kept in a school of 3+. 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 →Assassin Snail
Clea helena
beginnerpeaceful5+ gal
The Assassin Snail (Clea helena) is a beginner freshwater species known for its yellow, brown-black spiral bands coloration. Eats pest snails. Bottom to Surfaces.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
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