Can Ember Tetra Live With Royal Gramma?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Ember Tetra needs 5.5–7.0, Royal Gramma needs 8.1–8.4.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Royal Gramma | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 75–80°F | 75–80°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 8.1–8.4 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 3" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 20 gal | 20 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore | — |
| 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 →Royal Gramma
Gramma loreto
beginnerpeaceful20+ gal
The royal gramma is one of the most stunning and beginner-friendly saltwater fish. Its front half is vivid purple transitioning to bright yellow on the back — a color combination unmatched in the marine world. They are hardy, disease-resistant, reef-safe, and stay small. Often considered one of the top 3 beginner saltwater fish alongside clownfish and firefish.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Royal Gramma:
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