Can Ember Tetra Live With Green Neon Tetra?
✅Compatible
Ember Tetra and Green Neon Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 75–84°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 20 gallon tank.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Green Neon Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 73–81°F | 75–84°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 4.5–6.5 | 5.5–6.5 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 1.4" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 11 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
Tank Requirements for Ember Tetra + Green Neon Tetra
To keep Ember Tetra and Green Neon Tetra together, you need at minimum a 20 gallon tank. Ember Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Green Neon Tetra should be kept in a school of 10+. 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 →Green Neon Tetra
Paracheirodon simulans
intermediatepeaceful11+ gal
The Green Neon Tetra (Paracheirodon simulans) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its green-blue, silver coloration. Smaller and more delicate. Mid.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Green Neon Tetra:
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