Ember Tetra – Live Freshwater Fish
Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon amandae
Add a beautiful splash of fiery orange-red color to your aquarium with the Ember Tetra! These tiny, peaceful freshwater fish are known for their vibrant coloration, gentle temperament, and active schooling behavior.
Native to Brazil’s Araguaia River basin, Ember Tetras are an excellent choice for planted aquariums, nano tanks, and peaceful community setups. Their warm, glowing colors stand out beautifully against lush green plants and darker substrates.
Ember Tetras are happiest when kept in groups of six or more, where they can swim together, feel secure, and display their natural schooling behavior.
Care Information
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Common Name: Ember Tetra
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Scientific Name: Hyphessobrycon amandae
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Origin: Brazil, South America
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Adult Size: Approximately 0.75–1 inch
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Lifespan: Approximately 2–4 years
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Temperament: Peaceful
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Care Level: Easy to Moderate
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Minimum Aquarium Size: 10 gallons
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Water Temperature: 72–82°F
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pH Range: 5.5–7.0
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Diet: Omnivore
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Swimming Level: Middle
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Recommended Group Size: 6 or more; groups of 8–10+ are ideal
Aquarium Setup
Ember Tetras thrive in established, well-maintained aquariums with gentle water movement, live plants, driftwood, and plenty of hiding places. Darker substrates and floating plants can help bring out their beautiful orange-red coloration.
These small fish make wonderful tankmates for other peaceful nano fish, small rasboras, pygmy corydoras, and compatible freshwater shrimp.
Feeding
Ember Tetras enjoy a varied diet of high-quality finely crushed flakes, micro pellets, and appropriately sized frozen or live foods such as baby brine shrimp and daphnia.
Why Choose Ember Tetras?
Their brilliant coloration, peaceful personalities, and small size make Ember Tetras a beautiful addition to freshwater community aquariums. Whether you’re creating a lush planted aquascape or adding movement and color to an established aquarium, these little fish are sure to stand out!
Please Note: Fish coloration may vary depending on age, stress, aquarium conditions, and acclimation. Newly arrived fish may appear pale before developing their characteristic orange-red coloration.
