Can Mystery Snail Live With Ember Tetra?
Mystery Snail and Ember Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–82°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Mystery Snail | Ember Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 68–82°F | 73–84°F | 73–82°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8 | 5.5–7 | 7–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 2" | 0.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Mystery Snail + Ember Tetra
To keep Mystery Snail and Ember Tetra together, you need at minimum a 10 gallon tank. Ember Tetra should be kept in a school of 8+. Provide adequate filtration, stable temperature with a heater, and hiding spots to reduce stress.
Species Profiles
Mystery Snail
Pomacea bridgesii
Mystery snails are popular aquarium snails known for their vibrant colors (gold, ivory, blue, purple, black), algae-eating ability, and entertaining personality. Unlike pest snails, they won't overrun your tank as they lay visible egg clutches above the waterline that are easy to control. They're peaceful, hardy, and safe for planted tanks.
Full care guide →Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
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.
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