Compatibility
Ember Tetra × Neon tetra Compatibility
Compatibility calculated based on predation risk, behaviour profile, and water-parameter overlap.
Ember Tetra and Neon tetra can usually live together in a well-planted community tank, but size difference should be monitored.
TemperatureB
pHA
HardnessA
FlowA
PredationB
BehaviourA
Generally compatibleA
Envrionmental Factors
Temperature overlap
Ember Tetra: 24.0–28.0 °C
Neon tetra: 20.0–26.0 °C
Shared window: 24.0–26.0°C.
pH overlap
Ember Tetra: 6.0–7.0
Neon tetra: 5.5–7.5
Shared window: 6.0–7.0.
Hardness overlap
Ember Tetra: Very soft → Soft
Neon tetra: Very soft → Medium
Shared hardness bands: 2 (overlap ratio 100%).
Flow match
Ember Tetra: Medium
Neon tetra: Low
Flow preferences do not conflict directly (no low-vs-high clash).
Behavioural Factors
Predation risk (size ratio)
Adult size ratio: 2.00x
Size gap is between 2.0x and 3.0x, so monitor for dominance and mouth-fit risk.
Behaviour risk
- - Both species are generally peaceful; behaviour conflict risk is low.
Parameter snapshot
| Parameter | Ember Tetra | Neon tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Adult size | 2.0 cm | 4.0 cm |
| Temperature | 24.0–28.0 °C | 20.0–26.0 °C |
| pH | 6.0–7.0 | 5.5–7.5 |
| Hardness | Very soft → Soft | Very soft → Medium |
| Flow | Medium | Low |
| Locations | Araguaia River Basin, Brazil | South America |
Geographic overlap (supporting signal)
No recorded overlap in our dataset.
Best tank mates for Ember Tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae
Harlequin rasbora
Trigonostigma heteromorpha
Honey Gourami
Trichogaster chuna
Best tank mates for Neon tetra
Reference links to curated compatibility pair pages for this species.
Cardinal Tetra
Paracheirodon axelrodi
Celestial Pearl Danio
Danio margaritatus
Cherry barb
Rohanella titteya
Chili Rasbora
Boraras brigittae