Ember Tetra

Brighten your aquarium with the Ember Tetra, a dazzling miniature characin famous for its radiant orange-red body and peaceful nature. Native to the slow-moving waters of Brazil, Ember Tetras are ideal for small to medium community tanks, thriving in planted aquariums with gentle filtration and plenty of swimming space.

These tiny, active swimmers do best in groups of 6 or more, creating a shimmering school that adds lively colour and motion to any freshwater setup. Their hardy temperament and small size make them perfect for beginner and experienced aquarists alike.

Key Features:

• Size: Up to 2.5 cm

• Temperature: 22–28°C

• pH: 5.5–7.0

• Diet: Omnivorous – accepts flake, micro-pellets, frozen and live foods

• Schooling fish – keep in groups of 6+

• Peaceful, compatible with other small community fish

Why Choose Ember Tetras?

• Vibrant fiery orange colour adds warmth to your tank

• Small size perfect for nano or planted tanks

• Easy to care for and breed in captivity

• Active schooling behaviour brightens up aquariums

• Great for community tanks with other peaceful species