Can Ember Tetra Live With Black Skirt Tetra?
❌Not Compatible
Ember Tetra and Black Skirt Tetra are not compatible due to size mismatch or behavioral conflicts.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Black Skirt Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 70–82°F | 73–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6–7.5 | 6–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 3" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 15 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Species Profiles
Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
beginnerpeaceful10+ gal
Ember tetras are tiny, fiery-orange schooling fish that add a warm glow to planted tanks. At under 1 inch, they are perfect for nano tanks and make excellent companions for shrimp.
Full care guide →Black Skirt Tetra
Gymnocorymbus ternetzi
beginnerpeaceful15+ gal
Black skirt tetras (also sold as black widow tetras) are hardy, easy-to-care-for schooling fish with a distinctive flowing black anal fin that gives them their name. They come in natural silver-and-black and various dyed/modified versions (GloFish). The natural form is the healthiest choice. They can be mild fin nippers in small groups but are generally well-behaved community fish.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Black Skirt Tetra:
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