Can Ember Tetra Live With Flowerhorn?
❌Not Compatible
Flowerhorn Cichlid is aggressive and will likely attack or stress tank mates.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Flowerhorn | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 75–86°F | 80–84°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 6.5–7.5 | 6.5–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | aggressive | Aggression risk ✗ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 11.8" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 79 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
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 →Flowerhorn
Hybrid cichlid
intermediateaggressive79+ gal
The Flowerhorn (Hybrid cichlid) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its red, orange, blue, gold (varies by strain) coloration. Man-made hybrid. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Flowerhorn:
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