Freshwater FishIn stock
Care levelEasy
CompatibilityPeaceful
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Freshwater Fish
Ember Tetra
Care: EasyPeaceful
Back soon. We get new shipments regularly. Arium EVOLVE members can get an email the moment it's back, or call (786) 642-3001 to reserve one.
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- Free pickup in Davie. Choose pickup at checkout. Usually ready in 24 hours, Wed–Sun 12–7.
- Ships Mon–Wed by UPS or FedEx. Overnight recommended for live animals. Florida: FedEx Ground available.
- Live arrival guarantee. Arrived DOA? Send a photo within 24 hours and we'll replace or refund it.
- Questions? Call 786-642-3001. We know every animal we sell.
About this freshwater fish
Hyphessobrycon amandae is a tiny, glowing orange tetra from Brazil. A school of embers lights up a planted nano tank.
Ember Tetra Care Guide
- Tank size: 10 gallons minimum; keep 8 or more
- Adult size: under 1 inch (2 cm)
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
- pH: 5.5–7.0
- Water: Soft water preferred
- Diet: Micro pellets, crushed flakes, frozen and live baby brine shrimp
- Temperament: Peaceful schooling fish
- Tank mates: Pygmy corydoras, chili rasboras, small rasboras, shrimp and snails
Photo: Klaus Rudloff, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons, background removed. Representative photo of the species; individual animals vary.
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