Ember Tetras (Hyphessobrycon amandae)
Care Requirements
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Water Parameters:
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras thrive in a pH range of6.5.5-7.5.0. They prefersoftsoft,toslightlymoderately hardacidic water. -
Temperature: The ideal temperature range for
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras is22-26°23-28°C (72-79°73-82°F). -
Tank Setup: A
heavilydensely planted tank withplentysubduedoflighting and dark substrate helps to bring out their vibrant orange coloration. They appreciate open swimming areasandinterspersedsomewithshadeddensespotsvegetationisforideal. Fine-leaved plants, driftwood, and rocks can provide hiding places and mimic their natural habitat.hiding. -
Water Conditions:
GalaxyMaintainRasborasexcellent water quality with regular water changes and efficient filtration. Ember Tetras are sensitive to poor waterquality. Regular water changes and good filtration are essential to maintain a healthy environment.conditions.
Feeding Habits
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Diet:
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras aremicro-predators.omnivorous. Theyenjoythrive on a varied diet that includes high-quality flake food, micro-pellets, and small live or frozen foods such asdaphnia,brine shrimp,and microworms. They also accept high-quality micro-pelletsdaphnia, andfinely crushed flake food.bloodworms. -
Feeding Frequency: Feed them
smallonceamountsortwotwicetodaily.threeOffertimesonlyawhatday.theyEnsurecanall food is consumedconsume within a few minutes to prevent overfeeding andmaintainwaterquality.quality issues.
Behavior
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Activity:
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras are active and peaceful schooling fish. Theyarepreferoftentoseen swimmingswim in themid-middle levels of the tank. -
Social Structure: They
are schooling fish andshould be kept in groups of at least8-6-10 individuals tofeelreducesecurestress and display naturalbehaviors.schooling behavior. -
Breeding: Breeding
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras is possible intheahomewell-maintainedaquarium can be challenging.aquarium. Theyscatterrequireeggs among fine-leaved plants. Providingsoft, slightlycooleracidic water andhigh-qualityfine-leavedliveplantsfood can encouragefor spawning. The eggs are scattered among the plants and hatch in about 24-36 hours.
Tank Mates
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Compatibility:
GalaxyEmberRasborasTetras are peaceful and do well with other small, non-aggressive fish. Suitable tank mates include other small tetras, rasboras,tetras,shrimp, andshrimp.small catfish. -
Avoid: Avoid keeping them with
larger,large or aggressive fish that maypreyharassonor eat them.
Additional Tips
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StableWaterEnvironmentStability:MaintainEmber Tetras are sensitive to changes in water conditions. Ensure stable waterconditionsparameters andavoid suddengradual changestoifkeep them healthy.needed. -
Schooling: Keeping them in adequate numbers is
importantessential for their well-being and toobservewitness theirnaturalbeautiful schooling behavior. -
Observation: Regularly check for signs of stress or
disease,illness, such as loss of color orunusualerraticswimming patterns.swimming.
Adding GalaxyEmber RasborasTetras to your aquarium enhancesbrings itsa beautytouch withof theirfiery striking colorscolor and activedynamic schooling behavior, makingenhancing themthe visual appeal and creating a captivating addition to a well-plantedharmonious community tank.environment.