Ember Tetra
Hyphessobrycon amandae
A tiny jewel of the planted tank world. The Ember Tetra glows with a warm amber-orange body that looks spectacular against dense green plants. Perfect for nano tanks and heavily planted aquascapes.
Buy Ember Tetra →Quick Facts
Water Parameters
Natural Habitat
Slow-moving tributaries and backwaters of the Araguaia River in central Brazil. Found among dense aquatic vegetation.
Araguaia River basin
Brazil
Feeding
Micro foods — crushed flake, micro pellets, baby brine shrimp, daphnia. Mouth is very small.
Compatible Tank Mates
Good Matches
Avoid
Breeding
Relatively easy among tetras. Will spawn in soft, slightly acidic water among fine-leaved plants. Adults may eat eggs.
Care Tips
One of the best nano tank fish available
Colour intensifies in mature, planted tanks
Keep in groups of 10+ for best effect
Pairs beautifully with green carpeting plants
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