Can Ember Tetra Live With Festivum Cichlid?

Ember Tetra and Festivum Cichlid are NOT compatible tank mates.

Detailed Analysis

Temperature ✓ Compatible

Good temperature overlap at 76–84°F.

pH ✓ Compatible

Good pH overlap at 6.0–7.0.

Size ✗ Not Compatible

Extreme size difference. Festivum Cichlid (6") may eat or bully Ember Tetra (0.8").

Temperament ✓ Compatible

Both fish have compatible temperaments.

Swim Level ✓ Compatible

Swim level compatibility is fine.

Important Notes

  • Ember Tetra is a schooling fish and needs at least 8 of its kind.

Tank Requirements

Minimum tank size for this combination: 40 gallons

ParameterEmber TetraFestivum Cichlid
Temperature73–84°F76–84°F
pH5.5–76–7.5
Max Size0.8"6"
TemperamentPeacefulPeaceful
Swim LevelMiddleMiddle
Min Tank10 gal40 gal

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