Can Ember Tetra Live With Clown Pleco?
✅Compatible
Ember Tetra and Clown Pleco are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Clown Pleco | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 73–82°F | 73–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 3.9" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Herbivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Ember Tetra + Clown Pleco
To keep Ember Tetra and Clown Pleco together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Ember Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. 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 →Clown Pleco
Panaqolus maccus
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The Clown Pleco (Panaqolus maccus) is a beginner freshwater species known for its brown-black, gold-orange stripes coloration. Eats driftwood. On driftwood.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
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