Can ember tetras live with glofish?
Verdict
Yes
Yes, ember tetras and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 73–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
Why it works
- Both are fine at 73–80°F.
- pH 6–7 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Ember tetra | GloFish tetra | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 73–84 °F | 72–80 °F |
| pH | 5.5–7 | 6–7.5 |
| Adult size | 0.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Minimum tank | 5 gal | 15 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Semi-aggressive |
| Swims at | Middle | Middle |
| Group | Groups of 6+ | Groups of 6+ |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
Better tank mates for ember tetras
Better tank mates for glofish
Questions
Can ember tetras live with glofish?
Yes, ember tetras and glofish can live together. Both are fine at 73–80°F. Plan on at least 15 gal.
What temperature suits both ember tetras and glofish?
73–80 °F. Ember tetras need 73–84 °F, glofish need 72–80 °F.
What size tank do ember tetras and glofish need together?
At least 15 gal, set by the glofish tetra. Add space for each extra fish.











