Can Ember Tetra and Platy live together?

Ember Tetra and Platy are not compatible. The comparison on this page runs the same compatibility engine as the tank builder, checking temperature and pH overlap, predation by size, temperament, and known hard-pair conflicts.

Species Comparison

Ember Tetra vs Platy

Ember Tetra

Hyphessobrycon amandae

Platy

Xiphophorus maculatus

Verdict:Not compatible

Side-by-side specs

Tetras

Family

Livebearers

0.8″

Adult size

2.5″

10gal

Min tank

10gal

73–84°F

Temperature

70–82°F

5.5–7

7–8.2

peaceful

Temperament

peaceful

Schooling

mid

Water level

mid

Compatibility notes

criticalPlaty grows large enough (2.5") to eat Ember Tetra (0.8").

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