African Butterflyfish
African Butterflyfish
Can they live together?
African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra compatibility
Compare their preferred water conditions and basic behavior.
Ember Tetra
Ember Tetra
Not recommended
This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended.
- Species-specific care guidance does not recommend this combination.
Checked for 1 African Butterflyfish and 6 Ember Tetra in a 120 L aquarium.
Shared environment
Recommended temperature
24 ~ 27°C
Recommended pH
6.0 ~ 7.0
Suggested group sizes
African Butterflyfish: at least 1
Ember Tetra: at least 6
Together they need at least 120 L and about 80 cm of length.
Check that your aquarium is large enough for both species.
Side by side
| Item | African Butterflyfish | Ember Tetra |
|---|---|---|
| Average adult size | about 12 cm (medium) | about 2 cm (nano) |
| Recommended temperature | 24~28°C | 23~27°C |
| Recommended pH | 6.0~7.5 | 5.5~7.0 |
| Water hardness | Medium hardness | Medium hardness |
| Minimum aquarium | 120 L, about 80 cm long | 41 L, about 45 cm long |
| Group size | single is fine | at least 6 |
| Temperament | Moderate | Gentle |
| Social behavior | Social needs depend on the species and setup | Shoaling fish |
| Swimming zone | multiple levels | middle |
| Activity level | Moderate | Moderate |
| Waste level | Low | Low |
| With shrimp | adults not recommended, babies not recommended | adults usually fine, babies not recommended |
| Beginner level | 2/5 | 5/5 |
아프리칸 버터플라이피시와 엠버 테트라 합사에 필요한 용품
- 걸이식 여과기 쿠팡에서 보기최소 120L 어항에 맞는 여과기예요.
- 수족관 히터 쿠팡에서 보기공통 수온 24~27°C를 유지할 때 필요해요.
- 어항 수질 테스트기 쿠팡에서 보기공통 pH 6.0~7.0를 확인할 때 써요.
- 열대어 사료 쿠팡에서 보기아프리칸 버터플라이피시에게 주는 일반 열대어 사료예요.
- 어항 뚜껑 쿠팡에서 보기한쪽이 뛰어오를 수 있어 뚜껑을 권장해요.
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Frequently asked questions
Can African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra live together?
Planner result: Not recommended. This fish may jump or escape through gaps; a secure lid is recommended. Species-specific care guidance does not recommend this combination.
What water conditions suit both African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra?
Keep the water at 24~27°C and pH 6.0~7.0, where both planner ranges overlap. African Butterflyfish prefers medium hardness and Ember Tetra prefers medium hardness.
How big should an aquarium for African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra be?
At least 120 L and about 80 cm long, the larger of the two minimums (African Butterflyfish: 120 L, Ember Tetra: 41 L). Group sizes add to the bioload, so bigger is safer.
How many African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra should I keep?
African Butterflyfish: can be kept singly (social needs depend on the species and setup). Ember Tetra: at least 6 (shoaling fish).
Do African Butterflyfish and Ember Tetra have similar temperaments?
African Butterflyfish is moderate and swims in the multiple levels; Ember Tetra is gentle and swims in the middle. Activity: moderate vs moderate.
Sources & review
Each species' values are cross-checked against the references below and normalized into the planner's own ranges; the verdict comes from the planner's published rules. No text or images are copied.
African Butterflyfish
- GBIF taxonomy search
- Seriously Fish care reference (search)
- Aquarium Co-Op practical reference (search)
Ember Tetra
This is a guide. Individual behavior and aquarium conditions can change the outcome.