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Can Siamese fighting fish Live With Ember tetra?

Compatibility assessment for Siamese fighting fish and Ember tetra

Caution
1 compatibility factor evaluated
  • Fish 2x+ larger may eat smaller tankmates

Detailed assessment

Both Siamese fighting fish and Ember tetra share a comfortable temperature range of 24–28°C (Siamese fighting fish prefers 24–30°C, Ember tetra prefers 20–28°C). Their pH ranges overlap well at 6–7, so water chemistry is compatible. Siamese fighting fish has a temperament score of 5 (out of 10), which means it can be territorial or aggressive toward Ember tetra (score 1). The size difference is significant: Siamese fighting fish reaches 6.5 cm while Ember tetra reaches only 2 cm, and the larger species may view the smaller one as prey. Note: fish 2x+ larger may eat smaller tankmates With careful monitoring and adequate tank size these species can usually coexist, but be prepared to separate them if aggression or stress appears.

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