Can Ember Tetra Live With Synodontis Catfish?
❌Not Compatible
Incompatible pH. Ember Tetra needs 5.5–7.0, Synodontis Catfish needs 7.5–8.5.
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Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Synodontis Catfish | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84°F | 75–82°F | 75–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 5.5–7 | 7.5–8.5 | No overlap ✗ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 0.8" | 8" | Size mismatch ✗ |
| Min Tank Size | 10 gal | 30 gal | 30 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 →Synodontis Catfish
Synodontis multipunctatus
intermediatepeaceful30+ gal
The Synodontis Catfish (Synodontis multipunctatus) is a intermediate-level freshwater fish growing to 8 inches. Peaceful temperament, minimum 30 gallon tank.
Full care guide →Other Compatible Tank Mates
For Ember Tetra:
For Synodontis Catfish:
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