Ember tetra

Hyphessobrycon amandae

FishFreshwater

This fish reaches about 2 cm. Its body is entirely orange to reddish, with a slightly darker caudal fin. Very peaceful and schooling. Males are more colorful than females. Active and swims throughout the water column. Its small size makes it an excellent choice for small tanks.

Recommended parameters

ParameterRecommended range
Temperature23–28
pH5.5–7
GH2–8
KH2–5
NO₃≤ 15
PO₄≤ 0.3

Care

Difficulty1/5
Dietomnivore
Min. tank30 L
Min. group6
Adult size2 cm
Lifespan3 ans
Temperamentpeaceful

Care notes

Temperature 23–28°C, pH 5.5–7.0, low to moderate hardness. A 30-liter tank is enough for a small school of 6–8. Well-filtered water with gentle flow. Dense planting and shaded areas are appreciated. Diet: micro-pellets, brine shrimp nauplii. Compatible with other small peaceful fish. Avoid larger species.