Can Ember Tetra Live With Peacock Cichlid?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Ember Tetra needs 5.5–7.0, Peacock Cichlid needs 7.8–8.6.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Peacock Cichlid | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 76–82°F | 76–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 7.8–8.6 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | semi-aggressive | Monitor ⚠ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 6" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 55 gal | 55 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | intermediate | — |
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 →Peacock Cichlid
Aulonocara spp.
intermediatesemi-aggressive55+ gal
The Peacock Cichlid (Aulonocara spp.) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 6 inches. Semi-aggressive temperament, minimum 55 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Peacock Cichlid:
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