Ember Tetra 2cm (Group of 10)

The Ember Tetra (Hyphessobrycon amandae) is a tiny but breathtaking nano fish from the Araguaia River basin in Brazil. Glowing with a warm, fiery orange-red colouration, a school of Ember Tetras under good lighting looks like living embers drifting through a planted aquarium. One of the most popular nano species in the hobby, they are peaceful, hardy, and perfectly suited to small planted tanks and shrimp-friendly setups.

Care Guide

• Tank Size: Minimum 30L; ideal for nano and planted aquariums — best kept in schools of 10 or more
• Water Parameters: pH 5.5–7.0 | Temp 23–29°C | Soft, slightly acidic water preferred
• Diet: Omnivorous — quality micro pellets and nano flake food; supplement with frozen or live micro worms, daphnia, and baby brine shrimp
• Temperament: Peaceful; safe with shrimp and other nano species — avoid housing with large fish that may eat them
• Tank Setup: Densely planted aquarium with open swimming space; darker substrate and tannin-stained water enhances their vivid orange colouration
• Skill Level: Beginner
• Max Size: 2cm