Can Nerite Snail Live With Ember Tetra?
Nerite Snail and Ember Tetra are compatible. Temperature overlap 73–78°F. Both peaceful.
Conditions: Minimum 10 gallon tank.
Parameter Comparison
| Parameter | Nerite Snail | Ember Tetra | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 72–78°F | 73–84°F | 73–78°F ✓ |
| pH Range | 7–8.5 | 5.5–7 | 7–7 ✓ |
| Temperament | peaceful | peaceful | Both peaceful ✓ |
| Max Size | 1" | 0.8" | Similar ✓ |
| Min Tank Size | 5 gal | 10 gal | 10 gal minimum together |
| Diet | Herbivore | Omnivore | — |
| Care Level | beginner | beginner | — |
Tank Requirements for Nerite Snail + Ember Tetra
To keep Nerite 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
Nerite Snail
Neritina spp.
Nerite snails are the best algae-eating snails for freshwater aquariums. They come in beautiful patterns (zebra, tiger, horned, olive) and will not reproduce in freshwater — making them the ideal pest-free algae cleanup crew. A single nerite can keep a 5-gallon tank virtually algae-free.
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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